January 21, 2025

Chain-reaction crash involving four semis blocks I-69 traffic

Steve Smith

Chain-reaction crash involving four semis blocks I-69 traffic

Early Tuesday morning, a chain-reaction crash involving four semi trucks unfolded on I-69 in Richmond, Texas, just outside of Houston.

What happened: Around 3:30 a.m. on January 21, trucks collided due to black ice amid unexpected snowfall. One semi overturned, sparking a sequence of crashes.

The second truck jackknifed trying to avoid the first, only to be struck by a third, causing significant damage.
A fourth semi was also involved, receiving trailer damage.

The impact: Two drivers were hospitalized with injuries that aren’t life-threatening. As crews worked to clear debris, the highway was extensively blocked.

Snow and icy conditions are expected to stay until Wednesday afternoon, reported CW 39.

Looking ahead: While the road has been cleared, drivers in the area should still exercise caution due to ongoing weather conditions.

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