Houston, TX (January 17, 2026) – A traffic collision involving injuries was reported Friday afternoon at the intersection of Kirby Dr and the northbound lanes of I-69 in Houston. The crash occurred around 2:46 p.m. and prompted a swift response from Houston Fire Department and local law enforcement agencies.
Emergency responders arrived on scene to find multiple individuals requiring medical attention. Paramedics assessed the victims and transported at least one person to a nearby hospital for further treatment. The exact number of injured parties and the severity of their injuries have not yet been released.
The area around Kirby Dr and I-69 is a high-traffic zone, especially during mid-afternoon hours, increasing the likelihood of major collisions. While the cause of the crash remains under investigation, authorities are evaluating whether contributing factors such as driver error, speed, or traffic congestion played a role.
Traffic flow was temporarily disrupted while first responders attended to the scene and cleared damaged vehicles from the roadway.
Our thoughts are with those injured in this collision, and we wish them a full and swift recovery.
