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KATChace 122 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Breaux Bridge homeowner says recurring flooding highlights drainage issues

A Breaux Bridge homeowner on Chawee Road is dealing with recurring flooding issues and blames inadequate drainage infrastructure. The situation has sparked a dispute over responsibility for repairs and who should address the failing drainage system.

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The Currenthace 122 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

LCG anticipates $22 million reimbursement for lagging flood project

Lafayette City-Government (LCG) expects to receive a $22 million reimbursement this fall for a flood management project involving the Coulee Iles des Cannes drainage ponds. The project, which connected the drainage ponds to the river and completed all designs, addresses flooding infrastructure in the Lafayette area.

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KATChace 123 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

West Congress home hit by vehicle for second time this year, raising safety concerns

A home on West Congress Street in Lafayette has been struck by a vehicle for the second time in 2026, with neighbors expressing growing concerns about speeding and road safety on the busy thoroughfare. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing safety challenges along the roadway and prompt calls for measures to address dangerous driving conditions.

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KATChace 123 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Traffic backed up after crash on I-49 at I-10

A crash on I-49 at its interchange with I-10 has caused significant traffic delays. Police are responding to the accident, which occurred on an I-49 on-ramp and has backed up traffic in the area.

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KATChace 125 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Interstate reopened after crash involving multiple vehicles

Interstate 49 southbound near Pont Des Mouton Road was temporarily closed due to a multi-vehicle crash but has since reopened. No injuries or additional details were reported in the incident.

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KLFYhace 131 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Bridge replacement project begins on LA 339 in Vermilion Parish

A major bridge replacement project has begun on LA 339 in Vermilion Parish, where crews will replace three aging timber bridges near Hidalgo Road and Broadview. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development project will result in long-term road closures and detours for drivers in the area. The work is expected to improve infrastructure safety and reliability in the region.

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KLFYhace 134 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

$20 Million to go toward infrastructure in Ville Platte

Ville Platte has secured approximately $20 million in grant and loan funding to improve city infrastructure, according to Mayor Ryan LeDay Williams. The investment will be used to upgrade water lines, parks, and sidewalks throughout the city.

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KLFYhace 134 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Vehicle fire causes lane closure on Highway 90 in St. Mary Parish

A vehicle fire on U.S. Highway 90 Eastbound near the Sheriff's Gun Range in St. Mary Parish has forced emergency lane closures. Firefighters are on scene working to extinguish the fire and clear the roadway. Motorists in the area are advised to expect traffic delays while emergency crews complete their response.

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KLFYhace 134 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Momentum underway for the I-49 Connector Project

Mayor-President Monique Blanco Boulet and representatives from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and Gov. Jeff Landry's office met in Baton Rouge to sign the draft Record of Decision for the I-49 Connector Project. This milestone represents significant momentum for the infrastructure project that will impact the Lafayette and Acadiana region. The signing moves the project forward in its development and planning phases.

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The Currenthace 134 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Four decades later: Lafayette ‘one step closer’ to I-49 Connector

Lafayette has reached a major milestone in the decades-long effort to build the I-49 Connector, with officials approving a revised environmental impact statement this week. The $2 billion project moves forward after four decades of planning, though funding the construction remains a significant hurdle to overcome. This development brings the region one step closer to realizing the infrastructure project that could transform transportation in the Acadiana area.

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KATChace 134 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

DOTD signs major milestone for I-49 Lafayette Connector

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and Federal Highway Administration have signed off on the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (DSEIS) for the I-49 Lafayette Connector project. This milestone represents significant progress on one of Louisiana's most important transportation infrastructure initiatives. The project is expected to transform connectivity and economic development in the Lafayette and Acadiana region.

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The Currenthace 134 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

COLUMN: Lafayette needs to revitalize how we revitalize our roads

A columnist argues that Lafayette's approach to road revitalization needs improvement, citing recent controversy over upgrades to University Avenue and Bertrand Drive. The piece highlights a disconnect between what the city promises residents and what actually gets delivered on these infrastructure projects.

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KLFYhace 134 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Accident closes Hwy. 70 temporarily in St. Martin Parish

Both lanes of Highway 70 in the 1400 block near Lower St. Martin in St. Martin Parish are temporarily closed due to a two-vehicle accident involving a camper trailer. Authorities are on scene managing the incident. Drivers should expect delays and use alternate routes in the area.

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KLFYhace 136 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Truck fire causes major traffic jam on I-10 near Duson

A truck fire on Westbound I-10 between Scott and Duson is causing major traffic delays in the Acadiana area. Authorities are currently on the scene responding to the incident. Drivers should expect heavy congestion in this area and consider alternate routes.

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KLFYhace 137 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Johnston Street to see intermittent lane closures starting Tuesday

Survey crews will begin work at the Johnston Street and Lewis Street intersection starting Tuesday to collect data on travel lanes, drainage structures, sewer manholes and other roadway features. Drivers should expect intermittent lane closures in the area during this survey work. The data collection is part of infrastructure planning efforts for the roadway.

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KLFYhace 137 días
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Wilderness Trail in Lafayette to close for geotechnical work

Wilderness Trail in Lafayette will close temporarily from June 30 to July 16 for geotechnical boring investigations near the Vermilion River bridge. Lafayette Consolidated Government is conducting the work to assess soil and ground conditions in the area. Drivers should plan alternate routes during this closure period.

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KATChace 139 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

UPDATE: Only minor injuries sustained in Lafayette car crash, fires, police say

Two vehicles caught fire after colliding on US 90 in Lafayette Saturday afternoon, resulting in multiple lane closures that have since reopened. Two people sustained minor injuries in the incident. Emergency responders managed the situation with no serious injuries reported.

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KATChace 139 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Two vehicles catch fire after crash on US 90

Two vehicles caught fire following a crash on US 90 in Lafayette on Saturday afternoon. The incident caused multiple lane closures on the highway. The lanes have since reopened, and no further details about injuries or the cause of the crash were provided.

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KATChace 140 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Abbeville to install solar-powered crosswalk signs downtown

The town of Abbeville has received a $15,000 grant from AARP to install solar-powered crosswalk signs in its downtown area. The project aims to increase driver awareness of pedestrians using crosswalks, improving safety in the community. This infrastructure upgrade will help protect pedestrians navigating downtown streets.

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KLFYhace 140 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Carencro drivers demand action over I-49 gravel damage

Carencro drivers are seeking action and financial compensation after loose gravel from an I-49 construction site damaged their vehicles' windshields. The issue has prompted state lawmakers and the Louisiana Department of Insurance to launch an investigation into the matter. Affected drivers are demanding reimbursement for their repair costs.

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KLFYhace 141 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

Major accident shuts down southbound lanes on Johnston St

A major accident in the 6900 block of Johnston Street in Lafayette has forced the closure of southbound lanes. Authorities are investigating the incident and urging motorists to avoid the area until the situation is resolved.

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KATChace 141 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

LCG announces Bourque Road lane closure

The Lafayette City-Parish Government announced scheduled lane closures on Bourque Road near the Coulee Ile Des Cannes bridge. The closures are set to begin Thursday, June 25 and continue through July 16, 2026. Residents should expect traffic impacts in this area during the closure period.

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KLFYhace 143 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

La. 339 bridge closed as DOTD begins $4 million replacement

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has closed La. 339 to begin a $4 million bridge replacement project. The closure is expected to last until August 3rd, weather permitting, as crews work to replace the existing bridge with concrete box culverts.

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KATChace 145 días
Tráfico e Infraestructura

UPDATE: Roads closed due to high water

Multiple roads in St. Martin Parish have been closed due to high water, with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office issuing a list of affected routes. Motorists are advised to avoid these roads to ensure their safety. The closures are in effect due to current flooding conditions in the area.

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