PORT ALLEN - All lanes of I-10 West were closed Thursday due to a vehicle fire in the roadway, causing miles of traffic delays.

The DOTD said around 6:56 p.m. that I-10 West at milemarker 153, past LA 1 in Port Allen, was closed due to the crash.

The lanes were reopened as of 7:41 p.m. Thursday, according to traffic officials. Congestion has reached Dalrymple Drive in Baton Rouge.

All lanes are open on I-10 West at Mile Marker 153 (past LA 1, Port Allen). Congestion has reached Dalrymple Dr.

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