LOUISIANA — A fatal crash shut down eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 near the Mississippi state line Friday morning, causing major traffic delays in the Slidell area.
The crash happened on eastbound I-10 near the Mississippi-Louisiana state line.
Traffic cameras showed emergency crews responding to the scene as traffic backed up for several miles approaching the crash site.
Officials initially closed all eastbound lanes while crews worked at the scene. By Friday morning, one lane had reopened, though significant delays continued in the area.
Authorities have not released details about the person killed or how many vehicles were involved in the crash.
Motorists were urged to avoid the area and expect delays while the investigation and cleanup continued.
