Injuries Reported After Tanker Truck Crash on the Grand Parkway [Fort Bend County, TX]

Overturned Tanker Truck Crash on the Grand Parkway in Fort Bend County

FORT BEND COUNTY, TX (May 7, 2026) — Authorities are investigating a crash on the Grand Parkway involving an overturned tanker truck that caused major traffic delays on Thursday afternoon.

The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office said the crash happened in the northbound lanes of the Grand Parkway near West Airport Drive.

SkyEye footage showed the big rig overturned on its side across two lanes and partially off the freeway. Deputies said additional vehicles were also involved in the crash.

Authorities reported only minor injuries.

The overturned tanker forced officials to close the main lanes for several hours while crews worked to clear the scene. In a 7:30 p.m. update, the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office said crews expected the main lanes to remain closed until around midnight.

Deputies advised drivers to avoid the area and use the feeder lanes while emergency crews and investigators remained at the scene.

Authorities have not released additional details about what caused the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.

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