Overview

• Houston TranStar reported a complete southbound closure near Texas Avenue after an incident around 1:15 p.m.
• The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said an 18-wheeler pulled over with smoke coming from it.
• Fire and hazmat crews are on scene and are pulling vehicles back until they determine what the truck is carrying.
• Officials have not identified the substance involved, and assessments and containment operations are ongoing.
• Drivers are urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes, with closures reported between Texas Avenue and Spur 330 in Baytown.