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Four Houston Firefighters Injured After 18-Wheeler Strikes Engine Blocking Eastex Freeway Ramp

Police are investigating whether the 18-wheeler driver was intoxicated.

Overview

  • The crash was reported before 2 a.m. Sunday at the Northpark Drive entrance ramp on the Eastex Freeway in the Kingwood area.
  • The Houston Fire Department says the pumper from Engine 104 was blocking traffic when it was hit by the 18-wheeler.
  • Four firefighters sustained serious injuries and were hospitalized, and officials say they are expected to recover.
  • The 18-wheeler’s driver was also taken to a hospital, and authorities have not released the driver’s condition.
  • The Houston Police Department is investigating the crash, and the fire union described the incident as serious and asked for prayers.