Jeep Stuck on Houston METRORail Tracks Causes Early Morning Single-Tracking

Early Wednesday morning near the University of Houston-Downtown, a Jeep Wrangler became stuck on the METRORail Red Line tracks along North Main at Naylor, causing an unusual disruption. The driver abandoned the vehicle before police arrived, and no injuries were reported. METRO crews responded by single-tracking the Red Line, allowing northbound and southbound trains to share one track and continue service without delays. A crane was used to lift the Jeep off the tracks, though it remains unclear how the vehicle ended up on the rails despite clear safety signage in the area. Authorities emphasized the importance of observing traffic warnings and cautioned against crossing METRORail tracks improperly. The incident did not cause lasting delays, and updates were provided as crews worked to clear the obstruction.