Traffic Alert: Jackknifed 18-Wheeler Causes Delays on I-45 Gulf Freeway
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Traffic is slow moving on the I-45 Gulf Freeway, where a jackknifed 18-wheeler is blocking multiple northbound lanes.
Delays and Road Closures
All northbound lanes, including the feeder road, were shut down just before Telephone Road. Around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, crews reopened a couple of lanes.
Hazmat Spill
Houston Transtar first reported the incident at 2:14 a.m. Wednesday. They’re also calling it a hazmat spill because the big rig reportedly lost diesel fuel.
No Reported Injuries
It’s unclear what exactly led up to the accident. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries.
Alternate Routes
Drivers can take the I-610 South Loop to SH-288 or I-10 as an alternate route.
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