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Fatal Fiery Crash Shuts Down Loop 1604
2 Sep
Summary
- One person died in a fiery crash on Loop 1604.
- The incident caused significant traffic delays of up to an hour.
- The vehicle fire was reported early Wednesday morning.
A fatal vehicle fire on Loop 1604 in San Antonio has led to significant traffic disruptions and one confirmed fatality. The San Antonio Fire Department reported the incident, which occurred on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The crash happened between NW Military Highway and Lockhill-Selma Road, prompting immediate traffic advisories.
The Texas Department of Transportation warned of delays reaching up to an hour for those traveling on Loop 1604. Traffic was rerouted to the frontage road, causing congestion that extended back to Blanco Road. The vehicle fire was initially reported around 8:22 a.m. on September 2, 2026.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the fiery crash. Commuters were advised to avoid the area if possible to minimize further traffic impact. This story remains under active investigation, with further details expected as they become available.
