A major crash on Interstate 45 southbound at Tiki Drive in Harris County is causing significant delays for commuters this Friday morning. The incident was first reported to authorities at 3:15 AM.
According to TranStar, the crash is being classified as a major incident. Motorists should expect extended delays in the area as emergency crews work to clear the scene. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes if possible.
This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
5 crashes had already been logged here in the month before this incident.
In the 114 days that followed, 164 more crashes occurred at this location. 82 of the more recent crashes were major.
The pace of crashes at this location has picked up since.
A burst of crashes followed within a compressed period.
The combined before-and-after total places this location in the upper tier of county incident counts.
Data updated as of May 30, 2026.
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