Update - March 1, 2025, 4:25 am:
After being closed for more than four hours due to a crash, the westbound lanes of the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge are now open.
Original:
Lake Charles, LA - The Lake Charles Police Department has issued an advisory for drivers to avoid the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 at mile marker 29, near the Calcasieu River Bridge, due to a significant vehicle crash. As of 12:35 AM on Saturday, March 1, 2025, traffic in this area has come to a complete standstill.
Specific details regarding the number of vehicles and any potential injuries have not yet been disclosed. Emergency services responded to the scene to manage the situation and assist any affected individuals.
The police department has requested that motorists seek alternative routes until the situation is under control. This crash marks another instance of traffic disruption on this busy interstate, which serves as a critical corridor for both local and interstate travel.