LA 394 Closed from LA 171 to LA 1113 in Beauregard Parish
LA 394 Closed between LA 171 and LA 1113 in Beauregard Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that LA 394 between LA 171 W and LA 113 in Beauregard Parish is CLOSED effective immediately due to winter weather conditions.
DOTD will advise when the road has been re-opened.
DOTD reminds motorists that it is unsafe and unlawful to drive onto a closed road past a “road closed” barricade at any time for any reason.
Lake Charles Lane Closures Scheduled at LA 14 and McNeese Street for Signal Equipment Installation
Lake Charles, Louisiana – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced that there will be alternating intermittent lane closures in all directions at the intersection of LA 14 and McNeese Street on Thursday, January 23, 2025. The closures...
Calcasieu Parish and Louisiana State Officials Provide Public Information and Prepare for Severe Winter Weather
Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana - Calcasieu Parish officials are taking proactive measures in anticipation of winter weather expected to impact the area beginning Monday, January 20, through Thursday, January 23. Sheriff Stitch Guillory emphasized the importance of...
Louisiana State Police Investigate Fatal Crash Involving Postal Service Vehicle on Highway 3043
Opelousas, Louisiana - On January 5, 2025, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop I commenced an investigation into a serious injury crash on Louisiana Highway 3043, located about 0.30 miles east of Webb Lane. Tragically, this incident resulted in...
Vinton Rolling Roadblock Scheduled on I-10 Eastbound and Westbound on January 26
Vinton, Louisiana - A roadwork project is set to take place on I-10 Eastbound and Westbound in Vinton, Louisiana, on Sunday, January 26, 2025. The project, which involves utility work, will lead to a full closure of the interstate for a brief period, impacting both...
Lake Charles Lane Closures Scheduled at LA 14 and McNeese Street for Signal Equipment Installation
Lake Charles, Louisiana – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced that there will be alternating intermittent lane closures in all directions at the intersection of LA 14 and McNeese Street on Thursday, January 23, 2025. The closures...
Winter Storm Warning Issued as Louisiana and Texas Prepares for Significant Snowfall
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A historic winter storm is poised to impact Southwest Louisiana, Southeast Texas, and much of the Gulf Coast, bringing with it a substantial amount of snow and icy conditions. Southwest Louisiana is expected to see snow beginning Monday night...
Snow in Louisiana: How to Properly Measure and Report Your Snowfall – A Step-by-Step Guide
Accurate snow measurement is vital for weather reporting and helps meteorologists understand storm impacts. While snow events may be rare in the South, being prepared ensures that every inch is recorded correctly. Here’s a step-by-step guide to measuring snow, even...