Earlier today, a hazmat spill and truck fire on I-45 at Crighton Road disrupted Houston traffic, prompting the closure of all northbound lanes and commanding the attention of emergency crews. At around 4:45 a.m., the incident was confirmed, leading to substantial delays as responders scrambled to contain the situation. As per FOX 26 Houston, drivers were advised to sidestep the area and seek alternative roads.

TxDOT took to social media to share updates and guidance with the commuting public. TxDOT's cautionary advice suggested the cleanup and consequential repairs would stretch over several hours. The obstacle undoubtedly tested the patience and flexibility of Houston's drivers this morning.

As the day unfolded, CW39 reported that while the main lanes were reopened, residual closures persisted. The lanes closest to the northbound frontage road remained shut as crews were fixated on clearing debris and restoring the barrier that was knocked from its foundation during the accident. Motorists continued to confront the ripple effects of the slowdown as the cleanup inched toward completion. For those still plotting their evening commute, real-time traffic updates can be sourced through CW39's traffic map.