Flood Warning: Flood Warning issued June 24 at 7:55PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA Read More

Brush Fire in Carlyss Causing Heavy Smoke in the Area

Published May 11, 2022

Brush Fire in Carlyss Causing Heavy Smoke in the Area

A brush fire has been reported in Carlyss, LA, near Choupique Road and R D Ellender Road. The brush fire was reported at approximately 5:15 pm and is causing heavy smoke in the area. Drivers are advised to not drive into heavy smoke. If you see fire, notify 9-1-1 immediately.

Smoke may affect your health, especially if you are on certain medication or an oxygen tank.

Vinton I-10 Westbound Right Lane Closure Scheduled March 31-April 1

Vinton, Louisiana – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced an overnight lane closure on Interstate 10 westbound in Vinton for roadway maintenance. According to the agency, the right lane of I-10 westbound will be closed from Coone…

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Lake Charles And Westlake I-10 Shoulder Closures Scheduled Through April 22, 2026

LAKE CHARLES, La. — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced multiple singular shoulder closures along Interstate 10 in both directions between mile marker 25 in Westlake and mile marker 31 in Lake Charles from Sunday, March 22, 2026,…

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Sulphur Drivers Advised Of March 16-20 Lane Closures At Beglis Pkwy Intersection

SULPHUR, LA. — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, or DOTD, said alternating lane closures are scheduled to begin Monday, March 16, 2026, at the intersection of E Burton Street and North Beglis Parkway in Sulphur as crews perform milling and…

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