A natural gas leak near Reese Road and FM 2218 in Fort Bend County has led to the closure of part of Reese Road while hazmat and fire crews respond. Authorities report no additional threats to the public but urge drivers to avoid the area and follow emergency instructions.
A natural gas leak near Reese Road and FM 2218 in Fort Bend County has led to the closure of part of Reese Road while hazmat and fire crews respond.
– A natural gas leak is prompting a traffic shutdown in Fort Bend County Wednesday as hazmat crews assist with the response near Rosenberg. The Fort Bend County Hazmat Response Team has been called in to help the Rosenberg Fire Department at the scene near Reese Road and FM 2218, according to the Fort Bend County Fire Marshal’s Office. Officials said part of Reese Road has been closed starting at FM 2218 while crews work to control the leak.
Authorities added that there are no other known threats to the public at this time. Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible and follow instructions from emergency personnel. Updates are expected as more information is released. Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.
Christian Hudspeth is a Houston native who joined KPRC 2 News in December 2025. Christian began his news career at KTRK in 2022 before moving to newsrooms in Waco, Texas , Las Vegas, Nevada , and now back to H-Town. He earned his BA at the University of Houston Jack J. Valenti School of Communication in 2023.
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