KENNER, La. (WGNO) — Drivers traveling on the Bonnet Carre Spillway are advised to take caution on Wednesday, Aug. 9.

The Louisiana State Police Facebook page announced a car fire that temporarily closed the interstate around 2:10 p.m.

The left lane opened back up around 2:40 p.m., but drivers are encouraged to use the alternate route of US 51 to Airline Highway.

This is a developing story. Check back in with WGNO for more updates.

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