Large train derailment seen in northwest Houston near Old Katy Road and Hempstead
Last updated: Friday, May 29, 2026 5:48PM GMT
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Crews and emergency personnel have responded to a large train derailment in northwest Houston on Friday morning.
SkyEye13 flew over the scene where 11 train cars were seen off the tracks, with at least two cars seen hanging over a ground-level overpass on Old Katy Road near Hempstead Road.
Officials have confirmed that the surrounding roadways are closed as crews work to upright the cars.
It is unclear how long the cleanup will take.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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Train cars seen hanging off overpass in NW Houston
At least two train cars can be seen hanging off an overpass in northwest Houston after more than 10 derailed on Friday afternoon, according to the Houston Police Department.
Crews can be seen responding to the train derailment on Old Katy Road near Hempstead.
HPD said they were notified just before 9 a.m. about the train cars off the tracks.
Police said they have units on scene working to divert traffic in the area, but it's unclear how long the cleanup will take.
SkyEye13 live pictures show at least 11 cars on their side.
