Before reopening, Crews were seen in the southbound lanes at Holcombe clearing debris from the road.
The highway was blocked in both directions at Holly Hall beginning at just before sunrise Tuesday. Hours later, things didn't improve.
ABC13's Charly Edsitty was live on the scene when Houston Fire's High Water Rescue arrived early Tuesday. She reported seeing at least three vehicles stuck in high waters.
WATCH: HPD rescues driver stranded on Highway 288 for hours
HPD high water vehicle rescues driver in relentless rain
When officials initially closed the freeway, traffic was diverted from the area onto the side streets. For the remainder of the day, officers blocked ramps leading to Hwy 288.
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SkyDrone 13 video shows flooding on Highway 288
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