Crash cleared on I-10, 1-49 after overpass struck by 18-wheeler
UPDATE: The crash has been cleared, and both roads are open.
ORIGINAL STORY: LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- Local and state officials announced closures on Interstate 10 and Interstate 49 after an 18-wheeler struck the 1-10 eastbound overpass.
According to the Lafayette Police Department, the 18-wheeler was carrying a large load and struck the overpass of I-10 eastbound.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced the following closures:
- Interstate 10 in the eastbound direction at University Avenue is closed
- Interstate 49 in the northbound direction at the Interstate 10 overpass is closed
- Exit 1A to access I-10 eastbound is closed
Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes along I-10 eastbound, authorities said.
This report will be updated as information becomes available.