A major accident brought northbound traffic to a crawl on Southwest Freeway in Richmond Saturday morning. The crash happened around 7:27 AM, affecting drivers heading north on one of Fort Bend County's busiest corridors.
The incident shut down lanes on the freeway, forcing backups that disrupted the early-morning flow. Emergency crews responded and worked to clear the roadway. Details on vehicle count and injuries weren't immediately available.
Fort Bend County saw 1,037 incidents over the past 30 days, according to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data. Saturday morning crashes on major freeways can ripple across the region quickly, even on weekends when commuter volume is lighter than weekday rush.
If you're heading that direction, expect delays on Southwest Freeway northbound through Richmond this morning. Check current conditions before you head out—the road may already be clearing, or crews may still be on scene. Alternate routes depend on your destination, so plan accordingly.
We'll have updates as the situation develops.
**Update (3:30 PM CT):** The major crash at Blk Southwest Fwy Nb, Richmond, TX, first reported at 7:27 AM, has cleared after more than 8 hours. All lanes have reopened and normal traffic flow has resumed in the area.
Blk Southwest Fwy Nb, Richmond, TX
Fort Bend County, Texas
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