Heavy fog blamed on serious crashes in Louisiana, Ontario

New Orleans Causeway Bridge remains closed following what may be the worst accident in its history.

The Causeway Police Department says that on Tuesday morning, at least four crashes happened on the northbound bridge and two on the southbound, resulting in at least 20 injuries and 11 hospitalizations. No deaths have been reported.

More than 50 cars were damaged.

Officials say heavy fog rolled in quickly before the incidents, leading to reduced visibility.

NWS Sacramento – fog safety

Courtesy: National Weather Service Sacramento

Three-car crash in Ontario

Meanwhile, in Ontario, three cars were involved in an accident outside of Woodstock Monday morning. One person was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.

A transport truck, fuel tanker, and pickup truck were involved.

The cause of the accident remains under investigation, but heavy fog was in the area at the time.

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