Downed phone lines stalled traffic on Interstate 45 in Rice

RICE, Texas — Traffic was halted after downed phone lines cut off all lanes in Rice on Interstate 45 Monday morning. 

A viewer alerted WFAA about the traffic, saying the lines fell in front of them at about 10:30 a.m. They said they came down on the interstate near East Calhoun Street.

Traffic was still visible in the area as of 12:20 p.m.

TxDOT confirmed that the phone lines fell from a broken telephone pole. First responders worked to cut the line and clear the road. 

At 2 p.m., TxDOT confirmed all lanes were reopened. 

This article will be updated if/when more information is available.

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