A crash at I-45 Gulf northbound near Beltway 8-South has closed lanes this morning. The incident happened at 6:46 AM on Sunday, September 6, and brought traffic to a standstill in the area.
The northbound lanes are blocked, forcing drivers to find alternate routes. If you're heading north on I-45 Gulf, you'll want to shift over to the Hardy Toll Road, SH-249 northwest, or local routes via Airline Drive to get around the backup.
According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, this location has seen 4 major incidents in the past 30 days. Over the past 90 days, the corridor has recorded 25 major crashes. The data also shows that this stretch of I-45 Gulf at Beltway 8-South experiences a higher concentration of crashes on weekends—Sundays have been particularly active, with 7 incidents recorded over the past 90 days.
This morning's incident adds to a pattern of weekend activity at this intersection. Crews are on scene working to clear the roadway and restore traffic flow. Expect delays in the area as emergency personnel manage the response.
Check your route before heading out, and use those alternate roads if you're traveling northbound on I-45 Gulf this morning. Updates will follow as the situation develops.
IH-45 Gulf Northbound at Beltway 8-South
Harris County, Texas
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