San Antonio, TX (May 29, 2026) – Two people were hurt early Friday morning when a car struck two Texas Department of Transportation construction vehicles on southbound Interstate 35 at Loop 1604 in Live Oak. The collision was reported just after 5:35 AM.
Emergency units arrived to find both people from the accident with injuries; both were taken to local hospitals for treatment, though the severity of their injuries was not specified in the initial report.
Fluid from the wreck leaked onto the roadway, prompting the closure of all southbound main lanes of I-35. As of 8:30 AM, those lanes were expected to remain shut for an additional two to three hours to allow for road cleanup: drivers were being redirected at the Anderson Loop exit.
No names or further details about those involved had been made public at the time of this report. Officers continue to work the scene, and more information is expected as it becomes available. We wish those hurt a full and speedy recovery.
What Happens When a Vehicle Strikes a Construction Crew on a Texas Interstate?
Construction zones on Texas interstates present added risk, particularly during early morning hours when visibility is lower and drivers may not anticipate slowed or stopped work vehicles ahead. When a crash occurs in an active work zone, the response often involves not just medical care for those hurt but also a broader effort to secure the road. Fluid spills, from fuel, coolant, or hydraulic systems, can make lanes dangerous and require a full closure until the surface is cleaned and cleared. TxDOT construction vehicles are typically marked with high-visibility lighting and signage, but collisions in these zones remain a consistent concern on Texas highways. Lane closures following work-zone crashes can last several hours depending on the extent of road contamination and the complexity of the cleanup.
