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KLFYhace 71 días
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Boil water advisory issued for Bullard and Julia streets in Opelousas

The Opelousas Water Department issued a boil water advisory for Bullard and Julia streets in Opelousas effective immediately on Wednesday, August 19. The advisory was issued due to a water line break in the area that the department is repairing. The advisory will remain in effect until rescinded by the water department.

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KLFYhace 72 días
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Students moving in to UL this week; here is where it will affect traffic in Lafayette

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette's student move-in this week will cause temporary traffic changes and road closures near campus, with the heaviest impact expected Thursday and Friday. Residents should expect delays in the area surrounding UL's campus during these days.

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KLFYhace 76 días
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Louisiana State Police target illegal truck lane usage on Atchafalaya Bridge

Louisiana State Police conducted an enforcement operation on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge to crack down on commercial vehicles illegally using the left lane, issuing 26 citations during the detail.

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KLFYhace 77 días
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W. Pinhook Road in Lafayette back open after closure due to stalled bus

W. Pinhook Road in Lafayette has reopened after being closed due to a stalled bus in the 1500 block. All lanes of travel were temporarily shut down while authorities addressed the situation.

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KATChace 77 días
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Partial closure of Pinhook due to stalled bus

The Lafayette Police Department is responding to a stalled bus in the 1500 block of W. Pinhook Road, causing a partial closure of the roadway. Officers are currently on scene addressing the situation.

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KLFYhace 77 días
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Semi-trailer overturns on I-10 eastbound in Lafayette

A semi-trailer overturned on Interstate 10 eastbound near the Ambassador Caffery Exit in Lafayette, causing a traffic incident that is under investigation by officials.

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KATChace 77 días
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I-10 East crash closes Ambassador Caffery exit in Lafayette

An accident on I-10 East has closed the Ambassador Caffery exit in Lafayette, disrupting traffic flow in the area. Drivers are being redirected to the N. University exit (Exit 101) while emergency responders work to clear the roadway.

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KATChace 78 días
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Intersection of Acadian Hills Lane and N. Antoine reopens

Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced that the intersection of Acadian Hills Lane and N. St. Antoine Street will remain closed through Monday, August 24, 2026, for ongoing construction or maintenance work. Residents and commuters in the area should plan alternate routes during this closure period.

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KATChace 78 días
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Youngsville works to strengthen drainage system 10 years after Great Flood of 2016

Ten years after the devastating Great Flood of 2016, Youngsville has implemented major improvements to its drainage system to better handle heavy rainfall and reduce future flooding risks. The town has made significant changes to infrastructure to protect residents from repeat disasters.

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KLFYhace 78 días
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Youngsville reflects on 2016 flood and drainage improvements

Ten years after the devastating August 2016 flood that dumped over 20 inches of rain on parts of South Louisiana, Youngsville is reflecting on the damage and reviewing drainage improvements made since the disaster. The city continues to assess infrastructure upgrades implemented to prevent similar flooding events.

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KLFYhace 79 días
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New $70 million initiative aims to reduce Lafayette Parish traffic

Mayor-President Monique Boulet announced the Lafayette Commuter Connections initiative, a $70 million investment designed to reduce traffic congestion in Lafayette Parish. The initiative creates a roadmap to address commuting frustrations caused by the parish's rapid growth and congestion on local roadways.

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KATChace 79 días
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LCG announces Commuter Connections project for Lafayette Parish

Lafayette City-Parish Government has announced the Commuter Connections project to address traffic congestion in Lafayette Parish. The initiative comes as officials project the parish will add approximately 50,000 new residents by 2050, making infrastructure improvements critical for future growth.

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KLFYhace 80 días
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One injured in three-vehicle crash near LA. 93 in Lafayette Parish

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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KLFYhace 83 días
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Lane closure set for Atchafalaya Basin bridge

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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KLFYhace 83 días
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Jeff Davis Parish power outage scheduled for Aug. 14

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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KLFYhace 86 días
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Lafayette secures millions in federal grants for transit infrastructure

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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KLFYhace 86 días
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Crash on NE Evangeline Thruway closes road at Castille Road

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.

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KATChace 86 días
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Crash closes portion of NE Evangeline Thwy in Lafayette

A 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.

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KATChace 90 días
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LCG announces Girard Park Circle road closure

Lafayette 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.

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KATChace 90 días
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Opelousas repairs major water line as city urges patience during infrastructure improvements

Opelousas 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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KLFYhace 90 días
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18-wheeler crash sparks fire on I-10 in Baton Rouge; 2 taken to hospital

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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KLFYhace 90 días
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Tree falls on powerline in Crowley, closing N. Ave. J and E. 14th Street

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.

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KLFYhace 91 días
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Jeff Davis Electric Co-op announces scheduled outage for Aug. 14

Jeff 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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KLFYhace 92 días
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Two critically injured in Major vehicle crash on I-10 west near Lafayette

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.

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