18-wheeler overturns on I-10

HOUSTON – An overturned 18-wheeler caused a big backup on a busy freeway on Friday.

The wreck happened in the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 near Taylor about 2:20 p.m.

Traffic was getting by on left lane and the shoulder for several hours.

All lanes reopened about 6 p.m.

The cause of the wreck is under investigation.

No injuries have been reported.

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