Car crashes into building in downtown Lafayette, fire erupts

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – The Lafayette Police Department is on the scene of a traffic incident involving a vehicle colliding with a structure in the 400 block of SW Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA.

The collision has resulted in a fire, necessitating the closure of all three southbound lanes. Lafayette Fire Department is currently on scene. No injuries have been reported.

Motorists are advised to utilize alternate routes.

We have a crew on the scene and will update the story as more information becomes available.