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A 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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A 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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Jeff 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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The 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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A 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 moreA 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 moreLafayette 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 moreOpelousas 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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An 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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A 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 moreJeff 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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A 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 moreLafayette 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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The 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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Construction 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 moreLafayette 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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The 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 moreThe 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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Westbound I-10 near Duson experienced a crash at mile marker 91 near Church Point Highway that blocked the left lane. The roadway has since reopened following the incident, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.
Read moreA Port Barre resident reported a significant pothole in the middle of the road that was causing vehicle damage. St. Landry Parish crews responded and completed repairs the same day the concern was raised.
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The University Avenue paving project in Lafayette is entering its final stage, with crews currently laying the last asphalt surface. Work is expected to continue for approximately three weeks, weather permitting.
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Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced a temporary closure of Gourmet Road scheduled for July 20. The road closure is part of planned infrastructure maintenance or construction work in the Lafayette area.
Read moreUS 90 westbound at Jefferson Island has been shut down due to a crash, with traffic being diverted to US 88. According to police, there were no serious injuries reported from the incident.
Read moreBroussard has updated its long-term water system plan to improve reliability and service quality. The updated plan includes adding three new wells to more than double the city's water production capacity and expanding water storage to meet peak demand and emergency needs.
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