Fatigued truck driver causes crash, damages interstate bridge, authorities say

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB/Gray News) - Authorities in Louisiana are investigating a crash involving a semitruck that collided with an interstate bridge.

According to the Louisiana State Police, the crash was reported on Friday morning on Interstate 49 near exit 61.

State police said fatigue seemed to be a factor in the crash, as the driver fell asleep.

There were no injuries in the crash, but the bridge’s structure will have to be evaluated for safety due to damage from the collision, authorities noted.

Trucks with oversized loads traveling north on I-49 have been instructed to take a detour on U.S. 71 before the lane closures on the bridge during construction work.