North Texas Highways Face Dangerous Conditions Due to Slick Roads and Accidents

Widespread Traffic Disruptions

• ⚠️ I-30 in Grand Prairie experienced significant closures due to a jackknifed semi-truck hitting black ice, causing hours of delays.
• 📌 I-35 North in Denton County has both northbound lanes closed at FM455, forcing traffic onto service roads and creating rapid backups.
• 📍 An accident has led to the closure of the 183 eastbound ramp to President George Bush Turnpike (TX 161) in Irving.

Grapevine Accident Cleared

• 🚗 114 eastbound at State Highway 26 in Grapevine was shut down for several hours after an 18-wheeler crashed into a barrier and was hit by another vehicle.
• 🚚 The accident has since been cleared, with traffic slowly moving, but the slick conditions remain a concern.

Ongoing Slick Road Concerns

• 🚨 Irving police reported an increased number of vehicle crashes overnight due to slick roads.
• 💡 The morning's disruptions serve as a reminder that roadways are still slick, and drivers should remain cautious despite improving conditions.