An 18-wheeler crash has shut down westbound I-10 East in Houston, inflicting main delays.
HOUSTON — A serious crash involving a number of autos — together with an 18-wheeler and a number of other bikes — has shut down the I-10 East Freeway westbound on Houston’s east facet Friday morning.
The crash occurred within the 10900 block of East Freeway, close to John Ralston Street, in keeping with Houston police. Officers stated the westbound lanes are briefly closed and urged drivers to keep away from the realm.
Lt. Terry Garza with the Harris County Sheriff’s Workplace stated the crash might contain as many as six autos, together with 4 bikes and an 18-wheeler.
Houston police, the Houston Hearth Division, HCSO deputies, and the HCSO MAP unit are all on scene.
Accidents reported
The Houston Hearth Division confirmed seven folks had been injured within the crash. 5 of them had been transported by ambulance to Memorial Hermann Hospital, and two others had been taken by ambulance to Ben Taub Hospital. Their circumstances haven’t been launched.
What drivers ought to know
- All westbound lanes of I-10 East are closed close to John Ralston Street.
- Count on main backups on the East Freeway heading into Houston.
- Exit John Ralston Street or Normandy Street and use the service highway to bypass the closure, in keeping with HCSO Lt. Garza.
Alternate routes for drivers
- Exit earlier than Mercury Drive and use the East Freeway frontage highway.
- Take the 610 East Loop southbound to attach with Freeway 225.
- For longer westbound journeys into Houston, think about Freeway 90 as an alternate hall.
Wanting forward
It’s not but clear how lengthy the freeway will stay closed. Crews from a number of companies proceed to research and clear the scene.
