Oyster Bay, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Nassau County
- Population
- 6,700
- ZIP Codes
- 11771
- Coordinates
- 40.8712°N, 73.5318°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- Syosset Hospital (Northwell Health) — 221 Jericho Tpke, Syosset, NY 11791 | (516) 496-6500
- Glen Cove Hospital — 101 St. Andrews Ln, Glen Cove, NY 11542 | (516) 674-7300
Police
- NCPD 8th Precinct — 475 N Franklin St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 573-6800
Courts
- Nassau County District Court — 99 Main St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 572-2355
- Oyster Bay Town Justice Court — 54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay, NY 11771 | (516) 624-6200
- Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904
Major Roads Through Oyster Bay
- Route 25A
- Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
- South Street
- Mill River Road
Recent Oyster Bay Incident Reports
Flooding Closes Two Right Lanes on NY 25 in Nassau County
Flooding Closes Two Right Lanes on NY 25 in Nassau County. in oyster bay. July 18, 2026.
Two Right Lanes Closed After Crash on Eastbound I-495 in Nassau County
Two Right Lanes Closed After Crash on Eastbound I-495 in Nassau County. in oyster bay. July 18, 2026.
LIE Westbound Closes Nightly Between Exits 43A and 40 in Oyster Bay Starting Monday for Four-Week Repaving
LIE Westbound Closes Nightly Between Exits 43A and 40 in Oyster Bay Starting Mon. July 18, 2026.
Right Lane Closed After Eastbound I-495 Crash in Nassau County, July 17
Right Lane Closed After Eastbound I-495 Crash in Nassau County, July 17. in oyster bay. July 17, 2026.
Left Lane Closed on Westbound NY 25 After Friday Crash in Nassau County
Left Lane Closed on Westbound NY 25 After Friday Crash in Nassau County. in oyster bay. July 17, 2026.
Minor Crash Blocks Right Shoulder on Westbound Southern State Parkway in Nassau County
Minor Crash Blocks Right Shoulder on Westbound Southern State Parkway in Nassau . in oyster bay. Nassau County. July 16, 2026.
Updated continuously from 511NY, NYSP, NCPD, and SCPD feeds — all Long Island reports.
Dangerous Roads in Oyster Bay
Roads running through Oyster Bay where we've tracked three or more incidents. Each link opens a dedicated road × town breakout with a full incident timeline.
Local Driver Services in Oyster Bay
Practical resources for Oyster Bay drivers — tire shops, gas prices, and live traffic conditions.
Accident Statistics
Historical accident statistics coming soon.
Data is sourced from NYSDOT and local police reports.
Seasonal Hazards
Winter
Black ice on local roads, reduced visibility during nor'easters. Allow extra stopping distance on bridges and overpasses.
Spring
Flooding risk on low-lying roads after heavy rain. Watch for road debris following winter storms.
Summer
Increased beach traffic on weekends. Pedestrian activity near parks and commercial areas peaks July–August.
Fall
Wet leaves create slippery road surfaces. Reduced daylight increases risk during evening rush hour.
Safety Resources
Accident & Legal Resources — Oyster Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a car accident in Oyster Bay, NY?
Call 911 immediately and document the scene. NCPD will respond. Take photos of all vehicles, road conditions, and any injuries. File a police report and notify your insurance company. If you suffered injuries, consult a Nassau County personal injury attorney — New York's serious injury threshold may affect your ability to recover full damages.
Which roads are most dangerous in Oyster Bay?
Route 25A through the hamlet center is a narrow, winding road that handles more traffic than its geometry suggests, particularly during summer weekends. South Street along the waterfront sees congestion during boating season. The Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway's northern terminus at Route 25A creates a bottleneck where highway-speed traffic meets a two-lane road.
Where is the nearest hospital to Oyster Bay?
Syosset Hospital is the closest emergency facility, approximately fifteen minutes south of the hamlet center via Route 25A. Glen Cove Hospital to the northwest is an alternative. For major trauma, North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset is the nearest Level I facility.