Traffic / Electrical Hazard Alert: Hwy 59- New Caney / Roman Forest Area
Traffic / Electrical Hazard Alert: Hwy 59- New Caney / Roman Forest Area
Source: Montgomery County Police Reporter
Date: 02/20/2026 12:48pm
Article Summary:
**Hwy 59 Southbound Feeder Closed After 18-Wheeler Snags Power Line, Causing Widespread Outage**
The southbound feeder road of Highway 59 near Highway 242 and Roman Forest has been shut down after an 18-wheeler reportedly pulled down a live power line, leaving it across the roadway. Nearly 2,000 customers are without electricity in the area, and Entergy crews and law enforcement are on the scene working to resolve the situation.
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Date: 02/20/2026 12:48pm
Article Summary:
**Hwy 59 Southbound Feeder Closed After 18-Wheeler Snags Power Line, Causing Widespread Outage**
The southbound feeder road of Highway 59 near Highway 242 and Roman Forest has been shut down after an 18-wheeler reportedly pulled down a live power line, leaving it across the roadway. Nearly 2,000 customers are without electricity in the area, and Entergy crews and law enforcement are on the scene working to resolve the situation.
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