Traffic backup after 18-wheeler hits East Freeway bridge

HOUSTON - Multiple lanes of the East Freeway are blocked off after an 18-wheeler struck a bridge over the highway.

Houston traffic: I-10 East bridge strike

What we know:

The accident happened on the westbound lanes of I-10 East close to Wayside Drive and the Highway 90 exit.

Harris County Lt. Terry Garza said an 18-wheeler struck the bridge over the freeway and lost its load. 

A photo of the scene showed multiple right lanes blocked by first responders.

Drivers are told to find another route and/or expect delays.

What we don't know:

There is no estimate of when the scene will clear out.

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