Baton Rouge Buzz: Giant Alligator Causes Traffic Jam on I-10

Baton Rouge Buzz: Giant Alligator Causes Traffic Jam on I-10Baton Rouge Buzz: Giant Alligator Causes Traffic Jam on I-10 A massive alligator brought rush hour traffic on Interstate 10 in Baton Rouge to a grinding halt on Tuesday morning. Motorists were stunned when they spotted the colossal reptile lumbering across the eastbound lanes near College Drive. The alligator, estimated to be over 12 feet long, ambled onto the highway from a nearby swamp. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” said one witness. “It was like something out of a movie.” As the alligator made its way across the road, vehicles slowed to a crawl and eventually came to a complete standstill. Police officers arrived on the scene and attempted to coax the reptile off the highway using sirens and traffic cones. However, the alligator remained unperturbed and continued its leisurely journey. The traffic jam stretched for several miles, causing major delays for commuters. After about an hour, the alligator finally reached the shoulder of the highway and disappeared into the vegetation. Police were unable to locate the reptile, but they believe it made its way back to its swamp habitat. The incident has become a viral sensation on social media, with many netizens marveling at the size and audacity of the alligator. “Only in Louisiana,” joked one commenter. “Where else would you see an alligator holding up traffic?” Local officials are urging motorists to be cautious when driving in areas near bodies of water, especially during alligator mating season. They also remind residents to avoid feeding or harassing alligators, as it can increase their likelihood of encountering humans.