Truck Falls Off I-10 Bridge In Lake Charles

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A dramatic crash on the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana early Sunday morning resulted in a truck going over the side of the bridge. The initial incident involved at least four vehicles and left three people with minor injuries. Later, a bucket truck trying to avoid debris also went over the bridge's edge, though the driver was unharmed. The westbound lanes of I-10 remain closed as crews inspect the damage and make repairs.

Why it matters

Bridge accidents can have severe consequences, both in terms of public safety and the disruption to critical transportation infrastructure. This incident highlights the need for vigilance and safety measures on major highways, as well as the importance of emergency response capabilities to mitigate the impact of such events.

The details

The initial crash happened around 6:17 a.m. in the eastbound lanes when a single vehicle struck the barrier, setting off a chain reaction involving at least four vehicles. Three people were transported to a hospital with minor injuries. Later, a bucket truck traveling nearby attempted to avoid debris and went over the side of the bridge near its base, though the driver was unharmed.

• The initial crash occurred around 6:17 a.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
• The bucket truck incident happened shortly after the initial crash.

What’s next

The westbound lanes of I-10 over the Calcasieu River Bridge will remain closed as crews inspect the damage and make necessary repairs.