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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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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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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.
Read moreThe 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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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.
Read moreMultiple 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.
Read moreThe Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has closed additional roads in Avoyelles Parish due to flooding conditions. The closures affect roads within their Wildlife Management Areas in the region. Residents should avoid these areas and seek alternate routes while flood conditions persist.
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A two-vehicle accident occurred at the intersection of N. Eastern Ave. and East 7th Street in Crowley this morning. Minor injuries were reported from the incident. Officials responded to the scene to manage the accident.
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Old Highway 11 and the Honey Island Shooting Range at Pearl River Wildlife Management Area have been closed due to flooding after the Pearl River reached its closure benchmark of 16.5 feet. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enacted the closure to ensure public safety during the high water event. Residents should avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
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Demolition is set to begin at the partially collapsed Coburn's Supply building in downtown Lafayette, approximately one month after the structural failure. The cleanup effort will allow for the reopening of Second Street, which has been impacted by the incident.
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Residents in a Carencro neighborhood have been dealing with drainage issues caused by a broken culvert near Gloria Switch Road for years. With hurricane season now underway, residents are concerned that the unaddressed problem could lead to flooding in their community. The drainage infrastructure issue poses a potential risk to homes in the area if not repaired before severe weather strikes.
Read moreSt. Landry Parish has launched a new GIS mapping system that allows residents to report flooded roads, downed trees, washouts, and other storm-related damage directly from their phones or computers. This interactive map will help parish officials track weather-related issues in real-time and respond more effectively to emergencies during storms. The system enables residents to contribute to community safety by reporting conditions as they occur.
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A roadway in Cecilia from Four Corners to the 2400 block of Cecilia Senior High School Highway has been closed due to high water. Officials are urging drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes until conditions improve.
Read moreA sinkhole formed on E. Simcoe Street at General Macarthur in Lafayette, raising public safety concerns for area residents. The incident also resulted in damage to a nearby utility pole. According to Lafayette City-Parish Government, sinkholes form when ground integrity has been compromised.
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