A major crash was reported in northwest Harris County on Friday afternoon. According to TranStar, the incident occurred at 12:29 PM at the intersection of Birnam Wood Boulevard and East Richey Road.
The crash is expected to cause significant delays for motorists in the area. Drivers should avoid the location if possible and seek alternate routes. Authorities are currently on the scene investigating the incident.
This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
3 crashes had been recorded here in the month leading up to this incident.
The location continued to accumulate incidents — 15 more after this crash. Among the follow-on crashes, 10 were major.
A stretch of consecutive days brought several crashes to this location.
The full count places this location among the top crash sites in the county.
Reflecting incident data through August 26, 2026.
20899 BIRNAM WOOD BLVD @ 4001 E RICHEY RD
Harris County, Texas
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