Four lanes are blocked on IH-610 South Loop westbound at SH-288 following a crash verified at 7:01 AM on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Both center lanes, the left lane, and the right lane are closed, according to Houston TranStar.
If you're headed west on the Loop, surface streets offer a way around the backup. Westheimer, Richmond, or Bellaire run parallel to the freeway on the west side of town. North of the crash, Irvington or Fulton can move you north around the incident.
No details are available yet on vehicle count, injuries, or clearing time. Crews are on scene managing the incident.
Update (9:05 AM CT): As of 9:05 AM CT, the scene remains active and lanes may still be affected. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes.
IH-610 South Loop Westbound at SH-288
Harris County, Texas
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