18-wheeler catches fire on Southwest Freeway near Beltway 8

18-wheeler fire on Southwest Freeway (Nov. 3, 2021) (KPRC 2)

HOUSTON – An 18-wheeler fire on I-69 Southwest Freeway southbound near Beltway 8 had all lanes closed Wednesday morning, police said.

According to police, the lanes are now back open.

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Police initially told drivers they could expect to see delays in the area during the time of the closure.


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