UPDATE: The all-clear has been given by Louisiana State Police as congestion has cleared in both directions of Interstate 10.


 

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Interstate 10 East is closed just past the Butte La Rose exit as emergency crews are working to extinguish a vehicle on fire. Louisiana State Police say congestion is about 5 miles in length. Drivers are asked to use an alternate route.  

There is also congestions on I-10 West from Mile Marker 126 to Mile Marker 122 on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge. There are currently 4-mile delays.

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