A major crash brought southbound I-45 traffic to a standstill just after 6:55 AM Thursday, September 10, 2026, near Willis in Montgomery County.
The wreck closed multiple lanes during the morning commute, forcing drivers to merge into remaining traffic and creating significant backups. Emergency crews were on scene working to clear the debris and reopen the roadway.
Monday through Thursday this week, Montgomery County has logged 237 vehicle accidents across the region over the past 30 days, according to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data. The I-45 corridor sees consistent morning traffic pressure, and incidents during the 6 to 9 AM window add immediate strain to the commute.
If you're headed south on I-45, expect delays in the Willis area until the roadway is fully cleared. Consider using alternate routes if possible, and give crews room to work. Lanes should reopen within the next couple hours once the scene is cleared.
Stay alert out there — the road's still busy.
Update (2:55 PM CT): The major crash at Ih 45 S Willis, TX 77378, first reported at 6:55 AM, has cleared after more than 8 hours. All lanes have reopened and normal traffic flow has resumed in the area.
Ih 45 S Willis, TX 77378
Montgomery County, Texas
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