A hazmat spill from a heavy truck crash shut down three lanes on IH-10 East Westbound at IH-69 Eastex at 9:43 AM Friday, October 23. The right shoulder, right lane, and center lane are blocked while crews manage the spill.
The crash involves a heavy truck, and hazmat material has been released. Emergency responders are on scene managing containment and cleanup. The right shoulder, right lane, and center lane remain closed.
If you're heading westbound through this corridor, consider I-610 loop, Westpark Tollway to the west, or Washington Avenue and Memorial Drive for inner-loop segments. This intersection on IH-10 East has seen significant activity—LTA data shows 26 major crashes over the past 12 months at this location, with six incidents recorded in the past 30 days alone.
Stay clear of the area and allow time for hazmat operations and lane restoration.
IH-10 East Westbound at IH-69 Eastex
Harris County, Texas
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