Update:

Lake Charles, Louisiana - This crash has been cleared from the roadway.

Original:

Lake Charles authorities announced an emergency closure of Interstate 10 eastbound at Exit 31A near the Enterprise Boulevard overpass on Monday evening, disrupting holiday traffic flow in Southwest Louisiana.

The Lake Charles Police Department issued the closure notice at approximately 9:35 p.m. on December 23 due to a crash on I-10.
At the time this was published, officials had not provided an estimated timeline for reopening the affected stretch of highway.

This section of I-10, which serves as a crucial artery for both local commuters and interstate travelers, typically experiences increased traffic volume during the holiday season. The shutdown location at Exit 31A is a significant junction point in the Lake Charles metropolitan area.

Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes and remain alert for emergency vehicles in the area.