As World Cup visitors descend upon the Houston area, they're joining an already crowded slate of summer activities for the Bayou City.
The Houston Avenue Bridge repairs will be ongoing until Monday morning, September 15, TxDOT officials said.
Deputies say the driver of the 18-wheeler was taken to the hospital as a precaution. First responders are working to clear the scene, but authorities are urging drivers to seek an alternative route.
Police said the crash happened at about 3:45 a.m., and confirmed at least one death. Details on what led to the crash were not immediately disclosed.
Authorities said they're still working to learn the cause of the crash, which involved three vehicles, including a motorcycle on which the 17-year-old was riding.
Houston police said two lanes are open after crews were working to clear any debris that may have fallen onto the inbound lanes of the freeway.