Commuters in northwest Austin faced major delays following a multi-vehicle crash that shut down the intersection of FM 620 and FM 2222 on Thursday morning. According to a social media update by the Austin Police Department obtained by CBS Austin, officers were actively responding to the crash scene since around 9 a.m. The intersection was reported to have been blocked off in every direction, with no immediate information on injuries being made available by the officials.
As the morning rush hour began to peak, motorists were advised to completely avoid the area. The Texas Department of Transportation also chimed in, posting on social media to confirm that all lanes were to be closed due to the unfolding situation. Both advisories greatly impacted the usual flow of traffic, causing congestion to quickly pile up. However, the roadway was able to swiftly reopen just before 11 a.m., easing the delays imposed upon travelers.
KVUE reported a slightly different timeline, noting that drivers were asked to avoid the area around 7:35 a.m. Their coverage indicated that the intersection was blocked for nearly two hours before reopening around 9:45 a.m. The discrepancy in the reported time of the reopening may reflect updates as the situation evolved.
In the wake of the crash, drivers sought alternative routes to navigate the northwest Austin area. With the roadway cleared and traffic returning to normal, the authorities have not yet provided further details regarding the cause of the crash or the condition of those involved. For updated traffic conditions in the Austin area, local residents and commuters can check the provided interactive map to seamlessly plan their travels around any unforeseen incidents.
