An 18-wheeler crash closed I-10 lanes near Houston, spilling hazardous materials and causing major delays.

An 18-wheeler rollover crash early Wednesday morning closed multiple eastbound lanes on I-10 near Downtown Houston, prompting hazardous materials response due to a reported spill. Emergency crews blocked all lanes, diverted traffic, and used a heavy-duty wrecker to remove the vehicle, causing major delays during the morning commute. Authorities urged drivers to seek alternate routes, with cleanup expected to take several hours. The incident is under investigation, adding to recent truck-related crashes in the area, including a fatal pedestrian collision on the Katy Freeway.