UPDATE: I-10 East has reopened at the scene of the crash. Expect delays in the area.

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BATON ROUGE - On Wednesday morning, around 6:50 a.m., an accident involving seven vehicles, including an 18-wheeler, caused the closure of I-10 East after Highland Rd/LA-42/Exit 166.

At this time officials are responding to the collisions, which they say caused minor injuries.  

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash CLOSES I-10 East at Highland Road. Expect delays.

— Ashley Frugé WBRZ (@ashleywbrz) April 29, 2020