Houston News: Beltway

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

One driver injured in serious accident on Beltway 8

One driver suffered injuries in a two-vehicle accident on the Beltway this morning. (ABC-13 viewer)

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- At least one person was injured in a serious accident in west Houston this morning.

The accident happened after 5am on Beltway 8 and Hammerly. At least two vehicles were involved in the wreck. One of the drivers reportedly fell asleep at the wheel but authorities haven't confirmed that information.

One driver was injured and was transported to the hospital. No word on the injuries.

At one point three northbound lanes were shut due to the police investigation but all lanes have since reopened.

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Saturday, January 7, 2012

All lanes of Beltway 8 North reopen after big rig accident

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- An accident involving an 18-wheeler hauling two trailers had shut down all lanes of Beltway 8 on the north side for most of Thursday morning.

Both the westbound and eastbound lanes reopened shortly before noon. The accident happened just after 8am on the westbound lanes of Beltway 8 North at JFK. Police believe a car side-swiped an 18-wheeler cab hauling two trailers, causing one of the trailers to collide with the center median and take out a utility pole.

According to Houston TranStar officials, that trailer collided with the center lane lighting system, so power was turned off in the immediate area.

Emergency crews worked to remove the utility pole so the trailer could be towed away.

There is no word of any serious injuries.

One trailer was empty, while another was carrying paint product.