Fatal crash clears after 3-hour shut down inbound from IH-69 Southwest Freeway to 610 W. Loop
HOUSTON (CW39) — After a three-hour shutdown, the scene inbound along I-69 at the West Loop has cleared. Friday morning, a major crash involving a reported fatality caused big backup on the Southwest Freeway. Who: Houston drivers and emergency respondersWhat: Major crash with reported fatalityWhen: Around 5:15 a.m. Friday - Cleared at 8:20 a.m.Where: IH-69 northbound at IH-610 West Loop interchangeWhy: Crash involving multiple vehicles under investigation Authorities on scene blocked northbound lanes of IH-69 at the IH-610 West Loop interchange, blocked multiple ramps and backed up traffic for miles. Officials confirm both the left and right interchange ramps at the IH-610 West Loop are blocked due to the fatality. The incident has forced traffic to slow significantly and head along I-69 inbound, with backups that extended along the northbound lanes of the Southwest Freeway. Traffic was backed up to the Westpark area, creating major slowdowns during the early morning commute. Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible and seek alternate routes while crews work to clear the scene. Commuters still need to plan for extra travel time and monitor traffic conditions before heading out due to ongoing delays. Alternate routes include I-10 and Westheimer or Richmond Avenue. Authorities have not released additional details about the cause of the crash.
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