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‘Little bitty’ kitten rescued on the Causeway

Posted on Wednesday, June 8th, 2016.

A kitten is lucky to be alive after being rescued by a police officer Tuesday (June 7) on the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. A commuter called bridge authorities about 2:45 p.m. and reported seeing the kitten on the bridge about a half-mile out on the northbound span, Causeway General Manager Carlton Dufrechou said.

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Causeway crash rips out 150 feet of bridge railing

Posted on Tuesday, June 7th, 2016.

A motorist had a close call on the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway when his car climbed atop the retaining wall and tore out about 150 feet of aluminum guardrail before coming to a halt on the southbound span. “The good news, it came back down and the guy’s OK,” Causeway General Manager Carlton Dufrechou said.

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Weather data updated:
03/03/21 3:06p

  • Wind Speed 10.0 mph
  • SW
  • Currently
  • 56°
  • Dew Point 45.9°
  • Barometer 30.117
  • Heat Index 54.7°
  • Humidity 70%

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