UPDATE: I 10 East Now Open - KATC.com | Continuous News Coverage | Acadiana-Lafayette

UPDATE: I 10 East at the I 49 interchange is now open.  The road had been closed overnight while state police investigate a major crash near Lobdell that happened yesterday afternoon.

RIGHT NOW: Nearly 12 hours after a major crash near Lobdell, I 10 east remains closed this morning from the I 49 interchange to the LA 415 exit.  State police say two 18 wheelers collided around 5:30 yesterday evening.  One person was killed and six others were injured.  Five vehicles were involved in the crash.  Stay with KATC for the latest information on this situation.