SCOTT, La. (KLFY)- UPDATE: The area has been cleared.

ORIGINAL: Scott Police Chief Chad Leger is advising that due to an overturned 18-wheeler, the La. Hwy 93 between Rue Bon Secours and the Interstate 10 westbound exit/on ramp will be closed until further notice.

The 18-wheeler was carrying a large amount of dirt that will take several hours to clean before the roadway can be reopened.

Please use alternate routes until the clean up process has been complete.