A major traffic incident was reported on the Southwest Freeway in Houston on Wednesday evening. According to the Houston Police Department, the crash occurred at 5:29 PM at the Chimney Rock entrance ramp.
The incident is classified as a major, non-fatal crash. Motorists should expect delays in the area as authorities respond to the scene. Further details about the cause or any injuries have not been released at this time.
This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Sources: TxDOT Crash Records Information System and Local Traffic Accidents database. Counts through September 12, 2026.
This wasn't the first crash at the location — 13 had been recorded in the previous 30 days.
Since this crash, the location has tallied 493 additional incidents. Among them, 263 were major crashes. 5 of the crashes after this one was fatal.
Crash frequency at the location has increased after this incident.
A run of crashes occurred over a span of days.
The combined count puts this stretch in the top tier for crashes in the area.
Last incident at this location recorded September 05, 2026.
5602 SOUTHWEST FWY @ CHIMNEY ROCK ENTR RAMP
Harris County, Texas
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