TxDOT: Lanes closed following emergency repairs on I-69 Eastex at Laura Koppe

HOUSTON - An emergency repair on I-69 has caused some lane closures Thursday, according to TxDOT. 

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It's unclear what caused the damage in the road, but crews say the repairs are being conducted on I-69 Eastex heading southbound at Laura Koppe, where three right lanes have closed. 

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TxDOT says the lanes are not expected to reopen until 5 a.m. Friday so drivers are encouraged to find alternate routes.