Houston traffic: 2 dead after 18-wheeler crash on I-10 Katy at Highway 6

Published July 1, 2026 6:36 AM CDT

There is heavy traffic on the Katy Freeway west of Houston after two vehicles crashed early Wednesday morning.

Houston Transtar reports complete roadway closure on I-10 Katy eastbound at Highway 6 due to a crash involving an 18-wheeler. 

Houston police say the driver of the 18-wheeler and the driver of the vehicle are both dead.

At this time, it is stated the left shoulder, right shoulder, left lane, right lane, and all three center lanes were impacted by the crash.

This is a breaking news story. We will continue to update this as more information is released.

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