Bay Shore, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Bay Shore, Suffolk County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Suffolk County
- Population
- 26,380
- ZIP Codes
- 11706
- Coordinates
- 40.7282°N, 73.2457°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- Southside Hospital (Northwell Health) — 301 E Main St, Bay Shore, NY 11706 | (631) 968-3000
Police
- SCPD 3rd Precinct — 200 E Sunrise Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 | (631) 854-8300
Courts
- Suffolk County District Court — 400 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | (631) 853-7500
- Islip Town Justice Court — 655 Main St, Islip, NY 11751 | (631) 224-5400
- Suffolk County Supreme Court — 1 Court St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | (631) 852-2332
Major Roads Through Bay Shore
Recent Incidents
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Accident Statistics
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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
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunrise Highway dangerous through Bay Shore?
Sunrise Highway through Bay Shore has significant accident history. The intersections at Bay Shore Road, Maple Avenue, and Union Boulevard are the highest-incident locations. The road's commercial character — auto dealerships, restaurants, and strip retail — generates constant turning movement conflicts. SCPD has prioritized enforcement on this corridor.
How do I get to Fire Island from Bay Shore?
Fire Island ferries depart from the Bay Shore Marina on Maple Avenue. The approach to the marina via Maple Avenue from Sunrise Highway and Montauk Highway is heavily congested on summer weekend mornings as ferry passengers travel to the island. Parking near the ferry terminal is limited and the surrounding streets are used for overflow parking, creating pedestrian-vehicle conflicts on residential streets not designed for pedestrian volumes.
What hospital handles accidents in Bay Shore?
Southside Hospital (Northwell Health) at 301 East Main Street in Bay Shore is the primary emergency facility for the hamlet and surrounding communities. Southside has a 24-hour emergency department and is a significant community hospital serving the central South Shore of Suffolk County.