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06/21/2026

06/17/2026

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 3:27 PM
BATON ROUGE, LA – With the threat of severe storms and heavy rains across areas of Louisiana today and tomorrow, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development encourages motorists to use caution when traveling on roadways and stay off the roads whenever possible.

Motorists should watch for flooded roadways and avoid driving into standing or running water.

Drivers should also follow these tips when driving during and after a rainfall event:
• Drive slowly and carefully
• Turn lights on when using windshield wipers
• Avoid driving while distracted
• Always allow for extra driving time
• Reduce speeds when visibility is low
• Make sure there is plenty of room between vehicles
• Avoid driving into standing or running water
• Avoid using highway overpasses as tornado shelters
• Avoid using cruise control during inclement weather
As always, DOTD reminds motorists to buckle up and refrain from drinking and driving.

DOTD will be monitoring the roadways for possible flooding, to remove fallen trees from the roadway, and to close any roads as needed. Motorists should refrain from removing DOTD barricades and cones on closed roadways for safety purposes.

Motorists are encouraged to check the status of road conditions prior to beginning commutes by utilizing the following resources for the latest information regarding road conditions:
• 511 Traveler Information: Travelers can find information regarding road closures by visiting the 511 Traveler Information website at www.511la.org or by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region about which they are seeking information. You may also download the Louisiana 511 mobile app. Out-of-state travelers can access the system by calling 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511).
• MyDOTD: Motorists can receive automatic and up-to-date information on local projects, lane and road closures, and other DOTD activity by signing up for MyDOTD at www.dotd.la.gov.
• Social Media: Additional information can be found at DOTD's Facebook and X (Twitter) pages.

Provides up to the minute traffic and transit information for Louisiana. View the real time traffic map with travel times, traffic accident details, traffic cameras and other road conditions. Plan your trip and get the fastest route taking into account current traffic conditions.

06/17/2026

For residents wishing to take additional precautions, sand and bags will be available for self-service beginning at noon today at 118 Lions Club Road. Please bring your own shovel and manpower for loading.

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06/09/2026

Louisiana motorists should be aware of an important change to state law regarding vehicle inspection stickers.

During the 2026 Regular Legislative Session, HB 1085 was passed by the Louisiana Legislature and signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry. Under this new law, personal, non-commercial vehicles registered in Louisiana will no longer be required to display a vehicle inspection sticker beginning January 1, 2027.

Additionally, from June 30, 2026, through January 1, 2027, law enforcement officers are prohibited from issuing citations solely for failing to display or produce a certificate of inspection. As a result, Louisiana State Police have immediately ceased enforcement of inspection sticker violations.

As with any change in Louisiana law, our focus during this transition period will be on educating motorists, answering questions, and helping the public understand how these changes affect them moving forward.

Motorists are reminded that all other traffic laws and vehicle equipment requirements remain in effect. Drivers should continue to ensure their vehicles are safe and properly maintained before traveling on Louisiana roadways.