El Paso – Early this morning a serious crash on US‑54 South at the Trowbridge intersection forced the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to shut down the left two travel lanes, the westbound Trowbridge segment between Gateway North and Gateway South, and all adjoining frontage lanes.
Incident details
TxDOT confirmed via its social‑media channels that the collision occurred at approximately 11:10 a.m. The impact involved multiple vehicles, prompting an immediate response from the El Paso Fire Department. Firefighters were able to extract a driver from one of the wrecked cars and transport the individual to a local hospital with life‑threatening injuries.
Road closures and traffic impact
In addition to the main US‑54 lanes, the westbound stretch of Trowbridge between Gateway North and Gateway South was also closed, according to an update at 12:05 p.m. The interchange ramp leading to I‑10 West and the Montana exit was shut down later in the day, further compounding traffic delays. TxDOT has warned motorists that the closures are causing a major backup and that no definitive clearing time has been set.
Advice for drivers
Drivers traveling through the El Paso area are urged to seek alternate routes, such as I‑10 East or local surface streets, until TxDOT announces that the lanes are safe to reopen. The agency will continue to post updates on its official channels as crews work to remove debris and assess any structural damage to the roadway.
Community response
Local residents expressed concern for the injured driver and frustration over the prolonged traffic snarls. Community leaders emphasized the importance of patience and cooperation with emergency responders, noting that safety remains the top priority during such incidents.
Looking ahead
TxDOT officials said they are coordinating with the El Paso Fire Department and local law‑enforcement agencies to investigate the cause of the crash. While the investigation is ongoing, the department reiterated its commitment to restoring normal traffic flow as quickly and safely as possible.
Motorists should continue to monitor TxDOT’s social‑media feeds and local news outlets for the latest information on lane reopenings and any additional roadwork that may be required in the aftermath of the collision.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
