Acadiana Business Advocate

Wednesday, January 17th, 2024

Chaos on the interstate amid icy conditions in Lake Charles

By ADAM DAIGLE l Acadiana Business Editor

Welcome to a frigid edition of your Acadiana Business Newsletter. It's mostly about the frigid weather yesterday and today. Let's get on to the headlines.

Drivers reported being stuck for hours on two main bridges leading into and out of Lake Charles on Monday. The 210 bridge, which runs past the casinos, remained closed Tuesday morning, according to a DOTD spokesperson.

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Have a great day and see you tomorrow.

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