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The City of Port Arthur announced it is working an oil spill on Veterans Memorial Bridge as of 4:50 p.m. Thursday.

Eastbound traffic starting from the 8000 block of Highway 73 is down to one lane.

“We’re working on reopening the road as soon as possible,” a city statement read.

“Please use an alternative route and expect traffic delays. Another message will follow once the roadway is reopened.”