Update: Blockage cleared after hours, I-10 traffic returning to normal in South MS

7:49 p.m.: The left-lane blockage near Exit 61 has been cleared, MDOT reports.

7:10 p.m.: At 6:56 p.m., MDOT reported the left westbound lane of I-10 near the Gautier-Vancleave Road exit (Exit 61) remained blocked and a “major” delay was reported all the way to Mississippi 63 (Exit 69). MDOT suggests the backup could remain for another hour.

ORIGINAL STORY

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is reporting that two problems on Interstate 10 westbound in Jackson County are causing ‘major’ delays.

At 6 p.m., MDOT reported a disabled vehicle at the Gautier-Vancleave Road exit (Exit 61) and congestion at the Mississippi 63 exit (Exit 69) have led to a significant backup.

MDOT says it could take up to an hour before normal traffic flow is restored and is advising drivers to avoid the area.

This breaking news story will be updated as warranted.

This story was originally published May 1, 2026 at 6:14 PM.