A major crash on Interstate 45 Southbound at Tidwell Road has caused significant delays for evening commuters. The incident was reported to authorities at 5:32 PM on Friday, February 06, 2026.
According to TranStar, the crash is classified as "major" in severity, and 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. 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.
Before this incident, the location logged 10 crashes over the prior 30 days.
125 more crashes at this location followed this incident. Among them, 68 were major crashes.
The location's crash rate has eased in the months since.
A handful of the crashes happened within a single week.
The combined count places this stretch in the most active category in the area.
Updated through October 08, 2026.
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