Dangerous Southeast Houston Intersection Gets Temporary Fix After Crash

Dangerous Intersection Concerns

• ⚠️ Residents in southeast Houston contacted KHOU 11 about a dangerous intersection near the Gulf Freeway where a recent crash destroyed a traffic signal.
• 💡 The intersection of Myrtle and Broad Street, where they merge along the Gulf Freeway feeder road in the Pecan Park area, has been without a working signal for weeks.
• 💬 A crash weeks ago took out the traffic signal, leaving drivers exiting I-45 heading north and those heading east on Broad Street without guidance.

Witnessing Near Misses

• 🚗 During filming, several near misses were observed, highlighting the hazardous conditions.
• 🗣️ Resident Melinda Selenus described the situation as "very dangerous", noting that prolonged observation would likely reveal actual accidents.
• 📍 Janette Ramos, a resident since 1971, stated that only locals know to slow down, fearing someone could be killed due to the lack of a signal.

City Response and Temporary Solutions

• 🚧 Following inquiries from KHOU 11, city crews installed temporary stop signs late in the afternoon.
• 🛠️ Previously, temporary stop signs had disappeared, but their replacement was prompted by the news organization's questions.
• 🚚 A city spokesperson stated that the mast arm for the traffic signal was destroyed in an accident and a replacement needs to be manufactured, which will take several weeks.
• 🧐 Houston Public Works crews were observed assessing the intersection, taking photos and evaluating the situation.
• 🚦 Signals on the opposite side of the freeway are still working but are blinking red, indicating drivers should treat it as a four-way stop.