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6866 2014-01-25 Statewide Statewide Winter Weather Advisory and Road Closure Update

HEADQUARTERS NEWS RELEASE

January 25, 2014


Statewide Winter Weather Advisory and Road Closure Update


As freezing temperatures are expected to remain across several areas of the state until early afternoon, Troopers continue to monitor interstate systems and area roadways for unsafe driving conditions. Currently, icy conditions remain on numerous overpasses, bridges, and roadway surfaces requiring closures and traffic to be detoured. Throughout the winter weather event, the Louisiana State Police has utilized extra patrols nearly doubling the amount of Troopers on duty while working closely with local agencies to provide the safest environment possible for motorists and citizens across the state.

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development representatives remain active utilizing salt, sand, and de-icing agents on bridges, overpasses, and roadways where needed. Motorists are urged to keep abreast of the latest weather and travel conditions before deciding whether a trip is necessary.

As of this morning, the majority of overnight road and bridge closures remain in effect until conditions improve. Troopers are currently monitoring and reporting the following closures:

LSP Troop A:


    · I-10 is currently OPEN in both directions from Essen to milepost 187

    · I-10 @ Atchafalaya Basin (east & westbound) remains closed

    · I-10 @ New Mississippi River Bridge remains closed

    · I-10 @ U.S. 61 (mile post 187) east & westbound remains closed

    · I-12 westbound from Albany to I-10 Mississippi Bridge remains closed

    · I-12 eastbound from I-10 & I-12 split through Albany remains closed

    · US 70 @ Sunshine Bridge remains closed

    · LA 1 @ intercostal remains closed

    · LA 10 @ Audubon Bridge remains closed

    · LA 16 @ Trace Road bridge remains closed

    · LA 64 @ LA 67 remains closed

    · LA 408 (west of Foster) remains closed

    · Magnolia Bridge east of LA 37 remains closed

    · US. 190 @ Krotz Spring bridge remains closed

    · Gramercy Bridge (Veterans Memorial Bridge) remains closed


LSP Troop B


    · I-55 north and south bound remains closed

    · I-10 east bound at US 51 remains closed

    · Huey P Long Bridge east and west remains closed

    · LA 3188 on ramps to I-10 east and west remains closed

    · CCC Bridge is OPEN in both directions.

    · US 61 on ramps to I-310 north and south remains closed

    · I-10 west bound at I-310 remains closed


LSP Troop C:

    · US 90 from LA 24 to Amelia remains closed

    · Sunshine Bridge over Mississippi River remains closed

    · Veterans Memorial Bridge over Mississippi River remains closed

    · Dularge Overpass remains closed

    · St. Charles Bridge, Bellevue Bridge, Rita Bridge crossing Bayou Lafourche remain closed


LSP Troop D:

    · I-10 is mostly open with intermediate closures

    · I-210 Bridge remains closed

    · Cameron Ferry on LA 82 remains closed

    · I-10 E/B MP 68 remains closed

    · US 90 @ Mermentau River Bridge remains closed

    · LA 14 @ Mermentau River Bridge remains closed

    · I-210 E/B to I-10 W/B remains closed


LSP Troop E:

    · I-49 milepost 80 to 94 (elevated portion in Alexandria) remains closed

    · LA 8 @ Boyce Bridge remains closed

    · Gillis Long Bridge (Alexandria to Pineville) remains closed


LSP Troop F:

    · No road closures at this time

LSP Troop G:

    · No road closures at this time

LSP Troop I:

    · I-49 north of US 190 is currently closed due to icing roadway

    · I-49 northbound at Pont Des Mouton to Opelousas is closed due to ice

    · I-49 south bound from Opelousas to Lafayette is closed due to ice

    · LA 97 at the Jaenke Bridge is closed due to down power line

    · US 90 overpass at Darnel is closed due to ice

    · US 190 westbound near Krotz Springs is closed due to ice

    · I-10 Basin Bridge is closed due to ice

    · LA 107 from Big Cane to Morrow is closed due to ice

    · LA 744 near Wal-Mart Distribution Center is closed due to ice


LSP Troop L:

    · Interstate 55 remains closed in both directions

    · US 11 bridge is OPEN in both directions

    · LA 1063 remains closed

    · Fremaux overpass remains closed at I-10

    · The Causeway Bridge is OPEN in both directions


For real time updates on roadway closures, crash locations, and pertinent safety information, visit and like the Louisiana State Police Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/LouisianaStatePolice . Citizens and visitors are also encouraged to enroll and receive Nixle Alerts. To enroll for this free service, visit www.nixle.com, complete the required information, and select Louisiana State Police as your agency.

Motorists are reminded to drive responsibly and be prepared for uncertain driving conditions. If traveling today is a necessity, the Louisiana State Police urges you to follow these winter weather driving tips:


    · Check Facebook and Nixle for road closures along your route
    · Check vehicle fluids (anti-freeze), tire pressure, battery windshield wipers, etc.
    · Reduce speed
    · Allow extra time to reach your destination
    · Allow extra space between vehicles
    · Do not drive using cruise control in icy conditions
    · Anticipate stops (such as stop signs and traffic signals) and brake gently while stopping
    · If you encounter a skid, do not panic, take your foot off the accelerator, and steer into the skid till you regain control
    · Use low beam headlights if it is raining/sleeting
    · Ensure all vehicle occupants are properly restrained
    If you should have vehicle problems, be sure to stay in your vehicle, as freezing temperatures can be life-threatening and the safest place is in the vehicle. Have a survival kit: emergency first aid kit, blankets, jumper cables, high-energy or dehydrated foods, flashlight with extra batteries, extra (charged) cell phone battery, emergency flares, and bottled water.

    If you experience difficulties or witness hazardous situations while on the highway, notify your local State Police Troop office by dialing *LSP (*577) from your cell phone or contact your local law enforcement agency.

    Contact Information:
    Sgt. Nick Manale
    Louisiana State Police Or Your Local LSP PIO
    Public Affairs Section
    Nicholas.Manale@la.gov
    www.LSP.org
    www.facebook.com/LouisianaStatePolice

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