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Eastex Freeway reopens after lumber spill

A big rig lost its load of lumber and several pieces pierced the windows of other vehicles.

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HOUSTON — The northbound lanes of Highway 69/Eastex Freeway have reopened after a multi-vehicle crash near Kingwood Thursday.

Thirteen vehicles were involved, according to DPS.

A big rig lost its load, spilling lumber all over the freeway. Pieces of lumber smashed through the windows of other vehicles.

There were no fatalities, and no one was injured, according to DPS.

Northbound lanes closed at Eastex Freeway at Northpark Dr due to an 18 wheeler losing its load. All lanes closed. Expect delays.

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— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) October 4, 2018

Photos: 13-vehicle accident blocks northbound lanes of Eastex near Kingwood

Photos: 13-vehicle accident blocks northbound lanes of Eastex near Kingwood

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A big rig lost its load, spilling lumber all over the freeway. Pieces of lumber smashed through the windows of other vehicles. Air 11 flew over the accident scene, where northbound lanes of Highway 59 near Northpark were blocked.