UPDATE RE-OPENED: LA 9: 3.3 Miles from US 71; NACHITOCHES PARISH
Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 8:58:56 AM
3-22-2016
8:57 am
***UPDATE***
***RE-OPENED***
LA 9: 3.3 miles from US 71
Natchitoches Parish
Control Section 089-01
Safety Reminder
Travelers can find information regarding road closures by visiting the 511 Traveler Information website at www.511la.org or by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region about which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can access the system by calling 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Additionally, you can follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter: (@Shreveport_Traf), (@Alex_Traffic), (@Monroe_Traffic).
**CORRECTION**
**EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE**
LA 9; Natchitoches Parish
Control Section 089-01
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that LA 9; 3.3 Miles from US 71, is closed due to high water/flooding.
Permit/Detour Section
No detour at this time
Safety Reminder
Travelers can find information regarding road closures by visiting the 511 Traveler Information website at www.511la.org or by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region about which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can access the system by calling 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Additionally, you can follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter: (@Shreveport_Traf), (@Alex_Traffic), (@Monroe_Traffic).
During unfavorable weather conditions, motorists should drive using the following safety tips:
• Drive slowly and carefully.
• Avoid driving into standing or running water.
• Avoid driving while distracted.
• Avoid using cruise control when visibility is low or road surfaces are wet.
• Always allow for extra driving time.
• Reduce speeds when visibility is low.
• Make sure there is plenty of room between vehicles.
• Avoid using highway overpasses as tornado shelters.
Emergency Contact
Penny Niette, Parish Superintendent
Natchitoches Parish
318-357-3161
[email protected]
Media Contact
Cindy Dorfner, Public Information Officer
Grant, Natchitoches, Sabine, and Winn Parishes
Phone # 318-549-8402
[email protected]
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