Two big rigs crashed creating quite the mess and shutting down all inbound lanes of Highway 290. 
HOUSTON (KTRK) -- A massive grain spill has part of the Northwest Freeway shut down for the morning commute. The accident happened around 2:30am near Mangum. All eastbound lanes of Highway 290 between Mangum Rd. and Ramp to NB I-610 West Loop due to the accident. According to officials, the big rig drivers were following one another to the Ship Channel when one driver struck the other.
Both 18-wheelers were carrying grain, so crews are out there right now trying to clear the mess on Highway 290. But it could take a few hours before the lanes are cleared.
Due to the traffic mess, METRO officials have opened the inbound HOV lane to all traffic.
No injuries were reported.Check real-time traffic information in our ABC13.com traffic section
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