A gripping rescue unfolded Tuesday after a semi truck veered off the Twin Span Bridge in New Orleans, plunging into Lake Pontchartrain around 2 p.m.
The scene: The crash happened on westbound Interstate 10, midway on the bridge connecting St. Tammany Parish to Orleans Parish. An 18-wheeler, accompanied by a second vehicle, went over the edge, resulting in a dramatic rescue effort.
- Emergency responders from multiple agencies, including the Louisiana State Police, were on the scene immediately.
- Rescue personnel successfully pulled one individual from the water alive. Their current condition remains unknown.
Impact on travel: The incident has forced the closure of the far right lane on the westbound span, causing significant traffic delays. Commuters are urged to find alternate routes as recovery operations persist, reported WWLTV.
What's next: As the investigation continues, the focus remains on determining the cause of the accident. So far, there's no information on how long the lane will stay closed.