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Traffic & InfrastructureAn accident on I-10 East has closed the Ambassador Caffery exit in Lafayette, disrupting traffic flow in the area. Drivers are being redirected to the N. University exit (Exit 101) while emergency responders work to clear the roadway.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureLafayette Consolidated Government has announced that the intersection of Acadian Hills Lane and N. St. Antoine Street will remain closed through Monday, August 24, 2026, for ongoing construction or maintenance work. Residents and commuters in the area should plan alternate routes during this closure period.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureTen years after the devastating Great Flood of 2016, Youngsville has implemented major improvements to its drainage system to better handle heavy rainfall and reduce future flooding risks. The town has made significant changes to infrastructure to protect residents from repeat disasters.
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Traffic & InfrastructureTen years after the devastating August 2016 flood that dumped over 20 inches of rain on parts of South Louisiana, Youngsville is reflecting on the damage and reviewing drainage improvements made since the disaster. The city continues to assess infrastructure upgrades implemented to prevent similar flooding events.
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Traffic & InfrastructureMayor-President Monique Boulet announced the Lafayette Commuter Connections initiative, a $70 million investment designed to reduce traffic congestion in Lafayette Parish. The initiative creates a roadmap to address commuting frustrations caused by the parish's rapid growth and congestion on local roadways.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureLafayette City-Parish Government has announced the Commuter Connections project to address traffic congestion in Lafayette Parish. The initiative comes as officials project the parish will add approximately 50,000 new residents by 2050, making infrastructure improvements critical for future growth.
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Traffic & InfrastructureA three-vehicle crash involving two 18-wheelers occurred at the intersection of LA 93 and Rue Scholastique in Lafayette Parish, resulting in one injury. The road remained closed following the accident.
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Traffic & InfrastructureA lane closure is scheduled for I-10 East on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge on August 6-7 for fiber optic cable installation work. Travelers should expect potential delays and plan alternate routes during this maintenance period.
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Traffic & InfrastructureJeff Davis Electric Cooperative has scheduled a 10-hour power outage for Friday, August 14, to connect the Hackett Substation in Sweet Lake to a 230 kV transmission feed. Residents in the affected area should prepare for the service interruption.
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Traffic & InfrastructureThe Lafayette Transit System has secured $2,985,000 in competitive Federal Transit Administration grant funding to support transit infrastructure improvements. This federal investment will help enhance public transportation services in the Lafayette area.
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Traffic & InfrastructureA vehicle crash with injuries has closed NE Evangeline Thruway at Castille Road in the 2100 block. Emergency officials are responding to the incident on this major Lafayette roadway.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureA crash on NE Evangeline Thwy in Lafayette has forced the closure of northbound lanes near Castille Road. Police are investigating the incident, and drivers are being urged to use alternate routes in the area.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureLafayette City-Parish Government announces a temporary road closure of Girard Park Circle between E. St. Mary Boulevard and Girard Park Lane starting Monday, August 3, 2026, and lasting through Monday, August 17, 2026. Residents and commuters should plan alternative routes during this closure period.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureOpelousas is conducting repairs on a major water line and residents may experience temporary water discoloration during the work. Mayor Julius Alsandor is asking residents to report any ongoing issues to city crews so they can respond quickly to problems.
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Traffic & InfrastructureAn 18-wheeler crash on I-10 in Baton Rouge sparked a fire early Friday morning after the truck hit a guardrail, forcing a portion of the interstate to close. Two people were transported to the hospital as a result of the incident.
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Traffic & InfrastructureA tree has fallen on a powerline in Crowley, causing authorities to close N. Ave. J and E. 14th Street. CLECO crews are expected to arrive to make repairs, and motorists are urged to avoid the affected area.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureJeff Davis Electric Cooperative has announced a scheduled outage planned for Friday, August 14. The planned maintenance is part of the cooperative's regular infrastructure maintenance program.
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Traffic & InfrastructureA major vehicle crash on I-10 west near Lafayette has left two people critically injured and is causing significant traffic delays in the area. Authorities are responding to the incident on the interstate highway.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureLafayette Consolidated Government's proposed budget includes funding for early-stage improvements to East Broussard Road, aiming to reduce traffic congestion in the area through a road-widening project.
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Traffic & InfrastructureThe City of Opelousas has announced a scheduled maintenance and repair to a main water line on July 30. This work is part of the city's ongoing efforts to upgrade and improve its water infrastructure.
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Traffic & InfrastructureConstruction has begun on a $2.9 million bridge replacement project on LA 343 that connects Acadia and Vermilion parishes. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is replacing the aging Bayou Queue de Tortue Bridge as part of the infrastructure improvement effort.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureLafayette Police Department is responding to a major traffic crash in the 3600 block of West Congress Street at Mimosa Street. The incident has resulted in the closure of West Congress Street in that area.
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Traffic & InfrastructureThe City of St. Martinville will shut off water service south of Dernier Street tonight at 10 p.m. to repair a leaking valve. A boil water advisory will follow the repair work.
Read moreTraffic & InfrastructureThe Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will close the LA 14 By-Pass Bridge for a couple of days next week to perform repairs on the bridge deck, weather permitting.
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