Wednesday was another banner day for accidents on parish and city roads. City and parish first responders were called from one incident to another, and officials are requesting people stay off the roads. Places of business are slowing reopening, but not all governmental agencies are ready to open their doors.

Minden City Hall will be open with some changes. Opening time: 10 a.m.
Minden Recreation Center – Opening time: 1 p.m.

“This will give us time to de-ice the parking lots, ensuring the safety of our visitors and staff,” said Mayor Nick Cox.

Some other public facilities and businesses are still closed.

The Webster Parish Courthouse and Courthouse Annex will remain closed Thursday due to hazardous road conditions. 

As of Wednesday night, there were no parish roadways closed, but travel should be avoided if possible. Drivers should not be on the roadway during hazardous driving conditions. Areas of black ice are possible through Thursday morning, especially on elevated road surfaces. 

Temperatures dropping below freezing could lead to a flash freeze with wet surfaces quickly becoming icy and dangerous for walking and motor vehicles.

Monitor 511 for all state DOTD closures and local media for additional closures and updated weather information. DOTD staff continue to apply salt and de-icing agents to bridges across the state. However, the roadway conditions are hazardous and driving conditions are poor across the state. 

People who are unnecessarily on the roadway pose a risk to workers, emergency personnel, and to themselves. Because of the deteriorating conditions, it is advised that no one drives unless absolutely necessary.