UPDATE: REOPENED - I-49 North segment in Caddo Parish
Friday, January 12, 2018 at 11:34:44 AM
UPDATE: REOPENED - I-49 North segment in Caddo Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that I-49 North between LA 3194 (MLK Blvd.) in Shreveport and Mira Myrtis Road in north Caddo Parish has been REOPENED effective immediately.
This affects both directions of travel.
DOTD’s emergency personnel will continue to monitor upcoming weather situations and will scout the area for safety on the roadways. Crews will be mobilized as needed in the event an area is threatened by severe weather conditions.
Safety Reminder:
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through areas that may be affected by accumulations of ice on the roadways, especially on elevated surfaces. Please be on the lookout for crews and their equipment.
Call 511 or visit www.511la.org for additional information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-800-ROAD-511 (1-800-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MYDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.
Contact information:
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
District 04
(318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov