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.
This location had logged 5 crashes in the month before this incident occurred.
The location continued to accumulate incidents — 265 more after this crash. 130 of the crashes that followed were major.
The location has logged crashes at a higher rate after this one.
A handful of the crashes happened within a single week.
Combined, those incidents make this one of the highest-volume crash locations in the area.
Through August 25, 2026.
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