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18-Wheeler Crashes Stall Traffic on Southwest Freeway and I-69 in Houston

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Published on January 27, 2025
18-Wheeler Crashes Stall Traffic on Southwest Freeway and I-69 in HoustonSource: Google Street View

An 18-wheeler crash on the Southwest Freeway near Elgin caused hours of traffic delays starting just before 1 p.m. last Sunday. While the blockage has been cleared, authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, according to FOX 26 Houston.

A truck crash near Elgin Street on I-69 caused a major traffic jam, blocking the left lane and center lane. The truck collided with the Elgin Street overpass but has since been moved. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, as reported by KHOU.

Last Sunday, a big rig accident caused lane closures for overpass inspection. The truck was removed, and traffic returned to normal. The cause of the incident was unclear, as stated by FOX 26 Houston.