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Corte de energía en sur de Lafayette mayormente reparado

Aproximadamente 1,000 clientes en el lado sur de Lafayette experimentaron un corte de energía que ha sido mayormente reparado por LUS (Lafayette Utilities System). La compañía de servicios públicos confirmó el corte en el área del sur de Lafayette.

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Iberia Parish busca opiniones de residentes para primer plan maestro de drenaje

La parroquia de Iberia está desarrollando su primer plan maestro integral de drenaje a nivel de parroquia y está pidiendo a los residentes que ayuden a identificar problemas de inundación y drenaje en sus áreas. La parroquia ha lanzado una encuesta en línea donde los residentes pueden reportar ubicaciones donde se acumula agua o donde ocurren problemas de drenaje para informar el proceso de planificación.

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KLFYhace 3 días

BRPD: I-10 West at Dalrymple Drive to remain closed for 'several more hours' due to crash; I-10 East reopens

An overturned 18-wheeler on I-10 West at Dalrymple Drive caused major traffic delays Wednesday morning. I-10 West at that location was expected to remain closed for several more hours, while I-10 East has since reopened.

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KLFYhace 4 días

Roadway survey to shut down north lanes on W. Pinhook Road

The northbound lanes on W. Pinhook Road in the 1600 block will be closed today from 8:45 to 10 a.m. for a roadway survey. Drivers should expect traffic disruptions in this area during the scheduled closure.

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The Currenthace 8 días

I-49 Connector crawls toward federal approval, amid familiar debate

The I-49 Connector project along the Evangeline Thruway corridor in Lafayette is advancing toward federal approval for the first time in over 20 years. While there is general agreement that the current situation needs improvement, critics are urging the project to move more slowly through the approval process.

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KLFYhace 9 días

Cleco schedules power outages for several Acadiana towns

CLECO will conduct scheduled power outages affecting customers in five Acadiana towns on Thursday, September 3rd from 11 p.m. to midnight. The outage will impact Baldwin, Cypremort Point, Franklin, Jeanerette, and New Iberia.

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The Currenthace 11 días

I-49 Connector returns for public comment

The I-49 Connector project, a decades-long initiative to extend Interstate 49, will open its designs for public review next Wednesday. This long-awaited infrastructure project aims to improve regional connectivity in the Acadiana area.

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KLFYhace 12 días

Road closure scheduled for Rich Angel Drive starting Sept. 2

A road closure is scheduled for Rich Angel Drive at West Gloria Switch Road in Lafayette from September 2-4, 2026, as drainage crews work to replace a deteriorated cross drain. Residents and commuters should plan alternative routes during this maintenance period.

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KLFYhace 12 días

Louisiana State Police urge holiday travel safety for Labor Day weekend

Louisiana State Police are urging drivers to prioritize safety during Labor Day weekend travel as traffic increases across state roadways. The agency is reminding motorists of essential safety measures and highlighting Louisiana's new hands-free driving laws ahead of the busy holiday period.

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KLFYhace 12 días

Commercial vehicle crash blocks both lanes of I-10 eastbound near Crowley

A commercial vehicle crash has blocked both lanes of I-10 eastbound near Crowley at milepost 79, just before the Crowley exit. Traffic is being diverted off I-10 at Exit 76 while emergency personnel work to clear the roadway.

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KATChace 14 días

Major crash shuts down South College Road

A major crash has closed a portion of South College Road in Lafayette. The Lafayette Police Department is currently on the scene investigating the incident and managing traffic in the affected area.

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KLFYhace 14 días

Westbound lanes on S. College Rd. closed after car crash

Westbound lanes on S. College Road in Lafayette are closed following a single-vehicle crash at the 1300 block. Officials are responding to the incident, which has impacted traffic flow on the roadway.

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KATChace 18 días

Wastewater testing to start tomorrow in Riverbend

LUS Wastewater crews will conduct smoke testing of lines in the Riverbend neighborhood starting tomorrow, weather permitting. Smoke testing is a standard procedure used to identify leaks and inflows in wastewater systems.

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KLFYhace 19 días

Federal funding sparks questions over Johnston Street plans

Lafayette Consolidated Government is moving forward with nearly $8 million in federal funding for improvements along Johnston Street between Bertrand Drive and Churchill Drive. Some residents and business owners are seeking more information about what the project will eventually entail.

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KATChace 19 días

Fatal crashes raise pedestrian safety concerns along Evangeline Thruway

Two fatal pedestrian crashes along the Evangeline Thruway in Lafayette this month have raised serious concerns about pedestrian safety on the heavily-traveled corridor. Local officials and residents are drawing attention to the dangers faced by people traveling on foot in the area.

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KLFYhace 24 días

UL Lafayette research shows why where the Vermilion River is dredged matters

Research from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette demonstrates that dredging the Vermilion River can reduce flooding by lowering water levels, but the location of dredging matters significantly because it can also raise water levels in certain areas. The study highlights the importance of strategic planning when determining where to conduct dredging operations along the river.

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KLFYhace 24 días

Corps to start debris removal on Vermilion River this October

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will begin debris removal on the Vermilion River in Lafayette Parish this October, fulfilling years of requests from the community. The Corps and parish officials will continue discussions regarding targeted dredging efforts for the waterway.

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KLFYhace 25 días

Acadiana police urge caution as school year begins with heavy traffic

As the school year begins in Acadiana, heavy traffic congestion during student drop-off and pick-up hours has prompted local law enforcement to increase patrols in school zones and urge drivers to exercise caution. Police departments across the region have identified morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal times as particularly dangerous periods requiring extra safety measures.

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KLFYhace 25 días

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 25 días

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 29 días

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 30 días

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 30 días

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 30 días

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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