Icy roads, multiple crashes reported in North Louisiana

Posted: Jan 15, 2024 / 11:49 AM EST

Updated: Jan 15, 2024 / 12:03 PM EST

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NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The Louisiana State Police is responding to multiple crashes on icy roads in North Louisiana on Monday, Jan. 15.

According to officers with the LSP, wintery precipitation is currently falling in north Louisiana and causing ice to accumulate on roads, making it dangerous to drive.

(Courtesy: Louisiana State Police)
(Courtesy: Louisiana State Police)
(Courtesy: Louisiana State Police)
(Courtesy: Louisiana State Police)
(Courtesy: Louisiana State Police)
(Courtesy: Louisiana State Police)

The City of New Orleans and Jefferson Parish have already announced freeze plans ahead of the severe weather this week for below freezing temperatures.

Officers are urging drivers to travel safely and avoid unnecessary travel.

(Courtesy: Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development)

Hazardous roadways conditions or reckless driving can be reported to *LSP (577).

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