Drivers are being urged to avoid westbound U.S. 290 near FM 1960 after a major crash involving an overturned 18-wheeler.
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Drivers heading through northwest Harris County are being urged to avoid the westbound lanes of U.S. 290 near FM 1960 after a major crash involving an overturned 18-wheeler on Tuesday morning.
According to Harris County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Terry Garza, all westbound lanes of U.S. 290 at FM 1960 were blocked following the crash.
Houston TranStar reported the crash happened at 11:32 a.m.
Photos from the scene show that the big rig was transporting wooden pallets, which were scattered across the freeway.
Traffic was building in the area as emergency crews responded.
Alternate routes for drivers
Drivers trying to avoid delays may want to consider:
- Using SH-6 as an alternate north-south route
- Taking Beltway 8 to bypass the area
- Exiting U.S. 290 before FM 1960 and using frontage roads where possible
- Considering Highway 249 depending on their destination
Officials have not said when the westbound lanes will reopen.