Traffic Advisory for Lake Charles and Westlake: Avoid I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge Due to Multi-Lane Crash

Published May 13, 2024

Lake Charles, Louisiana - We have received reports of a crash on the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles. This crash is blocking parts of the eastbound and westbound lanes. Drivers should expect significant traffic congestion in the westbound lanes into Lake Charles and in the eastbound lanes in Westlake.

Drivers should use caution and avoid this area if possible.

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