An 18-wheeler caught fire near the I-610 split in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10, snarling traffic for drivers heading from Jefferson Parish into New Orleans. Firefighters responded to the scene on the interstate, and the right lane remained blocked.
According to WDSU, the two center lanes have since reopened to traffic, but the right lane remains blocked as crews continue to manage the scene. The station reports that drivers may experience delays stretching as far back as Clearview Parkway, a stretch that covers a significant chunk of the busy commuter corridor into the city, as reported by WDSU.
Commute Disruption Extends Toward Clearview Parkway
The incident is affecting drivers traveling from Jefferson Parish into New Orleans. With two center lanes open and the right lane blocked, motorists making that trip may face delays, per the same account.
The fire's cause, duration and whether anyone was injured remain unclear.
What Drivers Should Expect
Commuters traveling the I-10 eastbound corridor near the I-610 split should anticipate slower-than-usual travel times until the right lane is cleared. Those coming from Jefferson Parish may want to build in extra time or consider alternate routes while the scene remains active.
