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Outbound North Fwy at Airtex blocked by major crash

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Northbound lanes of I-45 North Freeway at Airtex are blocked Thursday afternoon after multiple vehicles were involved in a wreck.

SkyEye captured at least five vehicles involved in the crash, including one being pinned against a wall by a big rig.

It’s not immediately known if anyone was killed or injured.

TxDOT said at least one lane of traffic was allowed open as a hazmat cleanup got underway.

TxDOT- HOU District

@TxDOTHouston

A left lane has opened up on I-45 NB at Airtex. Hazmat clean up is underway. Expect closure to be in place for an hour or more. https://twitter.com/TxDOTHouston/status/1258467665640935426 

TxDOT- HOU District

@TxDOTHouston

I-45 North Freeway NB at Airtex Blvd all mainlanes blocked due to major crash. Expect delays. Seek alternate route.

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