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Big Rig Hits Bridge, Closes Freeway | Houston News
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- Jul 8, 2026
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- 65
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Summary
An 18-wheeler slammed into a bridge on the East Freeway near Wayside Drive, spilling its entire load and shutting down multiple westbound lanes—leaving just one lane open during rush hour. Emergency crews raced to clear the scene and assess bridge damage, while drivers faced massive backups. Officials urge everyone to check traffic conditions before hitting the road—because accidents like this can strike fast and disrupt your whole day. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2ffcad74ac3ed892