18-wheeler crashes, falls off elevated interstate near Esplanade Exit; lane closures announced

At this time, the two right lanes of I-10 East are blocked. At this time Claiborne Ave at Columbus Street East Bound (ground level) and I-10 Eastbound @ Esplanade are closed to traffic until further notice.

According to the NOPD, an 18-wheeler crashed and fell off the elevated interstate near the Esplanade exit.