East St. Bernard Highway expected to be closed several hours from Judy Drive to Paul Drive

An accident at East St. Bernard Highway at Judy Drive on Thursday morning is expected to cause the roadway to be closed several hours today from Judy Drive to Paul Drive, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

A dump truck pulled down wires and broke a power pole before 8:30 a.m., resulting in the road closure for several blocks.

Traffic will be re-routed until repairs are made and that portion of East Bernard Highway can be re-opened.