A major crash occurred at the intersection of Kirby Drive and Norfolk Street in Houston on Wednesday afternoon, according to traffic officials. The incident was reported to authorities at 3:54 PM.
The crash, which took place on February 4, 2026, is expected to cause significant delays for motorists in the area as emergency crews work to clear the scene. Harris County officials have advised drivers to avoid the intersection if possible and seek alternate routes until the situation is resolved.
This is a developing story, and further details about the nature and extent of the incident have not yet been released.
Sources: TxDOT Crash Records Information System and Local Traffic Accidents database. Counts through October 1, 2026.
9 incidents had occurred at this location in the 30 days prior.
440 new incidents have been logged at this location after this crash. Major-severity incidents accounted for 202 of the total. 3 of those that followed this incident was fatal.
Crashes have accelerated at this location in the months since.
A short window saw several crashes at the location.
Together, the incidents make this stretch one of the most active in the county.
Through September 29, 2026.
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