HOUSTON, Texas - A major traffic incident was reported on Thursday, February 05, 2026 at 5:04 PM on southbound I-45 near the Woodridge exit ramp, according to the Houston Police Department.
The crash occurred in the Harris County area and was classified as a major, non-fatal incident. Motorists should expect delays in the area as authorities work to clear the scene.
This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Sources: TxDOT Crash Records Information System and Local Traffic Accidents database. Counts through October 1, 2026.
7 crashes had been recorded here in the month leading up to this incident.
Crashes at this location have continued — 232 more have been recorded since. Among the follow-on crashes, 143 were major. 3 of those crashes was fatal.
Crash counts at the location have stepped up since this incident.
Multiple crashes piled up over consecutive days.
The combined count puts this stretch in the top tier for crashes in the area.
Through September 29, 2026.
SIH45OB-GRIGGS RD 6526 S IH 45 FWY @ WOODRIDGE EXIT RAMP
Harris County, Texas
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