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Major Accident on I-45 at Rayford/Sawdust Causes Rush Hour Chaos in Montgomery County

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Published on March 10, 2025
Major Accident on I-45 at Rayford/Sawdust Causes Rush Hour Chaos in Montgomery CountySource: Google Street View

Commuters faced significant delays this morning after a serious two-car collision on I-45 at Rayford/Sawdust Road forced a complete shutdown of all southbound lanes, an incident that's added significant strain to the morning traffic in Montgomery County. In a report by Click2Houston, the Montgomery County Sheriff is currently overseeing the situation, and drivers have been advised to avoid the area to prevent further delays.

The traffic delay started around 5:40 a.m. after an accident, and by 6 a.m., there was a 50-minute delay. Drivers are advised to be patient as the crash scene is cleared, as per ABC13.

As of now, the exact causes leading to the crash remain unclear and under investigation. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office confirmed there were injuries, although details regarding the number of individuals injured or the severity of those injuries have not been disclosed, as reported by Click2Houston.