8:10a UPDATE:

Louisiana State Police says all lanes have reopened, but there are still delays in the Jennings / Egan area. Secondary crashes have added to the headaches and further backups. Drivers are asked to have patience as the crash scenes are cleared.

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6:31a UPDATE: The left lane of I-10 westbound is open. Congestion remains as crews work to clean up at the scene.

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Westbound lanes of I-10 are closed after a two-vehicle crash this morning according to Louisiana State Police Trooper Thomas Gossen. One of the trucks involved is a welding truck, so authorities decided to close both westbound lanes as firefighters can put out the blaze. It happened near I-10 WB mile marker 68 in the Egan areas. Numerous callers say the backup has reached several miles in length.

We'll bring you updates as they become available.

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