
A tractor trailer was left dangling off an overpass on Interstate 10 in Baton Rouge on Friday evening, snarling traffic on the westbound lanes.
The incident happened shortly before 5 p.m. on westbound I-10 near the Acadian Thruway (Exit 157b).
According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, a Ford-350 blew a tire and lost control, striking the 18-wheeler on the inside lane. The impact sent the semi over the left lane railing, leaving the cab partially hanging off the interstate.
Two lanes have been closed for recovery and clean up efforts, and have caused significant traffic congestion.
The truck driver was able to make it out of the truck and is reportedly unharmed.
A member of of LiveTrucking.com’s Trucker Feed Facebook group, Chris Ussery, witnessed the scene up close and posted this photo.
As of 6:58 p.m., the traffic backups continue and the two westbound lanes remain closed. An estimated time of reopening hasn’t been released. For updates on road conditions, please check WBRZ’s interactive traffic map here.