Major crashes on I-10, Loop 1604 snarl traffic on NW side

The eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 at Loop 1604 are blocked by several vehicles involved in a major crash. The eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 at Loop 1604 are blocked by several vehicles involved in a major crash. Photo: Texas Department Of Transportation Photo: Texas Department Of Transportation Image 1 of / 6 Caption Close Major crashes on I-10, Loop 1604 snarl traffic on NW side 1 / 6 Back to Gallery

Update at 9:30 a.m.: The eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 have reopened.

Major crashes on Interstate 10 and Loop 1604 Monday are causing severe traffic congestion on San Antonio's Northwest Side.

The eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 at Loop 1604 are blocked by a crash involving several vehicles. The crash occurred around 8:15 a.m. and police have since diverted traffic onto an exit ramp.

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Authorities also reported a major crash on the eastbound lanes of Loop 1604 near Vance Jackson, causing traffic congestion all the way to Bandera Road, according to a Texas Department of Transportation traffic map.

It is unclear if anyone was injured in the crash or how long the highway will be closed.

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