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Multi-vehicle crash closes I-59 near Pearl River

The incident happened around 5:49 p.m., officials said the highway is closed near Pearl River.

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ST. TAMMANY PARISH, La. — A multi-car crash shut down I-59 Saturday, according to the St. Tammany Fire Protection District No.11.

*** I-59 is shut down northbound, heading into Pearl River. You will be diverted off of the interstate at exit 3. This is due to a serious, multi vehicle crash. Avoid travel in this area. We will update you when we know more. pic.twitter.com/NlSOUBAX5w
— ST. TAMMANY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 11 (@pearlriverfire) May 25, 2024

The incident happened around 5:49 p.m., officials said the highway is closed near Pearl River.

Traffic will be diverted at exit 3, "due to a serious, multi vehicle crash."

Officials said avoid the area.

No further information is available at this time.

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