Huey P. Long Bridge closed after hit by ship

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Police are not letting any traffic on the Huey P. Long Bridge in either direction across the Mississippi River after a ship hit the structure.

Jefferson Parish Councilman Chris Roberts tweeted the news:

IMPORTANTFrom the JP 911 CENTERCOAST GUARD CALLED TO ADVISE OF A VESSEL STRIKING THE HUEY P LONG BRIDGE…CAUSEWAY POLICE WILL BE BLOCKING OFF THE BRIDGE IN BOTH DIRECTIONS…NO OTHER ASSISTANCE NEEDED VIA COAST GUARD…#41More information will follow as it is released.

— Chris Roberts (@jpcouncilchris) February 27, 2019

The Coast Guard in on the scene conduction an investigation.

Due to an incident, the Huey P. Long - Eastbound, Huey P. Long - Westbound is closed at this time. Updates to follow.https://t.co/CN28SigwtT

— Causeway PD / GNOEC (@Causeway_Police) February 27, 2019