A crash blocked the right shoulder, right lane, and center lane on IH-69 Eastex northbound at Cavalcade Street around 1:09 AM on Saturday, October 24, 2026, according to Houston TranStar.
The incident brought three of the four available lanes offline in the northbound direction. Crews had the scene verified and were working the incident in the early morning hours.
If you're heading north on the Eastex, consider US-59 frontage roads, Hillcroft or Fondren for southwest segments, or SH-288 for southbound traffic as alternatives until the scene clears.
Update (3:10 AM CT): As of 3:10 AM CT, the scene remains active and lanes may still be affected. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes.
Update (3:45 AM CT): The major crash at IH-69 Eastex Northbound at Cavalcade Street, first reported at 1:09 AM, has cleared after approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. All lanes have reopened and normal traffic flow has resumed in the area.
IH-69 Eastex Northbound at Cavalcade St
Harris County, Texas
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