Overturned 18-wheeler blocks traffic on the Eastex Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – An overturned 18-wheeler blocked traffic on the Eastex Freeway this afternoon, according to the officers at the Houston Police Department.

Major Crash and overturned 18-Wheeler at Eastex Fwy ramp to I-10 East. Heavy Traffic expect delays and avoid the area. Ramp closed temporarily. #hounews #Houtraffic
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— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 10, 2020

The truck overturned at the Eastex Freeway’s ramp to the Katy Freeway around 3:05 p.m. Authorities told drivers to expect traffic delays and to avoid the area, as the ramp was closed after the incident.