Causeway commuters crossed Lake Pontchartrain in dense fog all day Tuesday. Causeway Commission executive director Carlton Dufrechou said it’s the worst fog he’s seen since he started working at the commission eight years ago.
Causeway plagued by fog, rain and crashes this week
The going has been tough on the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway this week, with fog and periods of heavy rain tormenting commuters and crashes forcing the closure of the southbound span for periods on Monday and Tuesday (Dec. 19).
Local parishes, Causeway Commission prepare for winter-like weather
With the chance of winter-like weather on the way, transportation and emergency preparedness officials are working to make sure they’re ready to keep drivers safe.