Major Crashes Cause Traffic Chaos on I-20 in Odessa

 

ODESSA, TX — A major crash on I-20 westbound at Moss Avenue caused significant traffic delays Thursday morning, with westbound lanes completely backed up and drivers rerouted onto the service road and Murphy Street, according to Odessa police.

The traffic congestion led to a secondary crash near Murphy Street and FM 1936. Odessa Police Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety are investigating both crashes.

A major crash on I-20 westbound at Moss Avenue caused significant traffic delays Thursday morning, with westbound lanes completely backed up and drivers rerouted onto the service road and Murphy Street, according to Odessa police.

A major crash on I-20 westbound at Moss Avenue caused significant traffic delays Thursday morning, with westbound lanes completely backed up and drivers rerouted onto the service road and Murphy Street, according to Odessa police.

Motorists have been advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes until further notice. Authorities are working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow. No further details, including possible injuries or the cause of the crashes, were immediately available.

Updates will be provided as more information is released.

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