I-210 East Reopens After Being Diverted to I-10 Due to Crash Near Nelson Road in Lake Charles

I-210 East Reopens After Being Diverted to I-10 Due to Crash Near Nelson Road in Lake Charles
Published November 24, 2021
Update (November 24, 2021, 10 pm):
Lake Charles – I-210 eastbound has reopened after being diverted to I-10 due to a major crash near Nelson Road.
Update (November 24, 2021, 7:25 pm):
Lake Charles – All I-210 eastbound traffic is still being diverted to I-10 east at milepost 25 (Sulphur area). Motorists are asked to use an alternate route and expect delays. There is not currently an estimated time of when the roadway will be reopened.
Original (November 24, 2021, 3:55 pm):
Lake Charles – At 3:50 pm on November 24, 2021, the Lake Charles Police Department reported that I-210 eastbound in Lake Charles is being diverted to I-10 due to a major crash near Nelson Road. Traffic is expected to be diverted for at least 3 hours (approximately 7 pm). Drivers should expect delays in the area.
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