The Woodlands, TX – Commuters in southern Montgomery County are facing major delays today after a truck hauling a large gas tank lost its load on Kuykendahl Road, causing a hazardous materials spill and a full closure of the southbound lanes just south of Research Forest Drive.
According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, the tank began leaking fuel onto the roadway shortly before 11 a.m., prompting an extensive emergency response. Fire crews and deputies with MCSO are currently on scene managing traffic control while hazmat specialists head to the site to contain the spill.
Officials said the southbound side of Kuykendahl will remain closed for an “extended time,” and drivers should avoid the area entirely. The impacted stretch of roadway sits in a major commuter corridor linking The Woodlands, Spring, and unincorporated Montgomery County neighborhoods—an area that already experiences heavy midday traffic.
No injuries have been reported, but crews are working to prevent the leaked gas from flowing into nearby drainage systems. Cleanup is expected to take several hours, depending on the volume of fuel spilled and the stability of the tank.
Motorists heading southbound toward Harris County are urged to take alternate routes, including Gosling Road or FM 2978, which are currently seeing rising traffic levels due to the detour.
Authorities will release updates as hazmat teams arrive and assess the full extent of the spill. Drivers in the area should expect delays throughout the afternoon and into the evening commute.
Residents who witnessed the incident or have photos of traffic conditions can share information with local officials.
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