As the school year begins in Acadiana, heavy traffic congestion during student drop-off and pick-up hours has prompted local law enforcement to increase patrols in school zones and urge drivers to exercise caution. Police departments across the region have identified morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal times as particularly dangerous periods requiring extra safety measures.
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Traffic & InfrastructureAbout 1,000 customers on the south side of Lafayette experienced a power outage that has been mostly repaired by LUS (Lafayette Utilities System). The utility company confirmed the outage affected the south Lafayette area.
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Traffic & Infrastructure VideoIberia Parish is developing its first comprehensive parish-wide drainage master plan and is asking residents to help identify flooding and drainage problems in their areas. The parish has launched an online survey where residents can report locations where water collects or drainage issues occur to inform the planning process.
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Traffic & InfrastructureAn overturned 18-wheeler on I-10 West at Dalrymple Drive caused major traffic delays Wednesday morning. I-10 West at that location was expected to remain closed for several more hours, while I-10 East has since reopened.
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