Since the bridge closed, motorists had had to use an alternate route for their commute. Now, the commute will become tougher as I-20 will be shut down in the area to continue the bridge work.
Overnight as much as 5 inches and more of rain fell upon the residents of East Texas. The commute into work this morning may be a tough one for many because a lot of roads - county roads and major roads - are under water this morning.
Numerous Road Closures are reported in East Texas this morning because of flood waters. The Texas Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Safety report the following road closures: