Crime
TRAFFIC ALERT: Traffic backed up on Loop 289 from Marsha Sharp Frwy. to Slide Rd. - KCBD
Drivers heading south and east on Loop 289 are currently stuck in gridlock after a crash near Slide Road.
This unexpected closure disrupts a vital part of the citys daily rhythm during peak commute hours. Whether you are leaving the Texas Tech campus or heading out from the downtown Depot District, your usual route south now involves substantial delays. This situation particularly affects people trying to reach the South Plains Mall, attend an event at Buddy Holly Hall, or simply get home to neighborhoods like Raintree and those expanding south of 98th Street, causing significant slowdowns on major cross streets.
For regular Lubbockites, this means finding alternate routes through already congested local roads like Quaker Avenue and Indiana Avenue. Families picking up kids from after-school activities or anyone with evening plans face immediate challenges. What started as a routine trip across town has rapidly become a lengthy, frustrating detour through residential areas. This evening commute transformed into an unexpected extended stay on the highway for many.
Common questions
Where is the traffic jam on Loop 289?
- The traffic jam on Loop 289 is currently impacting the stretch from the Marsha Sharp Freeway all the way to Slide Road. Drivers heading south and east in Lubbock are experiencing significant gridlock, affecting thousands of evening commuters.
What caused the traffic delays on Loop 289?
- The traffic delays on Loop 289 are due to a crash near Slide Road. Lubbock Police reported the incident just after 6 p.m. today, causing vehicles to back up for miles along this vital city artery during peak commute hours.
Were there any serious injuries in the Loop 289 crash?
- No serious injuries were reported from the Loop 289 crash itself. Initial reports from officers on the scene confirmed this good news. While the incident causes major traffic disruption, physical harm was thankfully avoided for those involved.
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