Franklin Square, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information

Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Franklin Square, Nassau County, New York.

Overview

Type
Hamlet
County
Nassau County
Population
30,000
ZIP Codes
11010
Coordinates
40.7073°N, 73.6751°W

Emergency Resources

Hospitals

  • Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital — 900 Franklin Ave, Valley Stream, NY 11580 | (516) 256-6000
  • Nassau University Medical Center — 2201 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 572-0123

Police

  • NCPD 5th Precinct — 1490 Franklin Ave, Garden City, NY 11530 | (516) 573-6500

Courts

  • Nassau County District Court — 99 Main St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 572-2355
  • Nassau County Traffic and Parking Violations Agency — 16 Cooper St, Hempstead, NY 11550
  • Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904

Major Roads Through Franklin Square

Recent Incidents

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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

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do after a car accident in Franklin Square, NY?

Call 911 immediately and document the scene with photos. Exchange insurance information with all involved parties and gather witness contact details. File a report with NCPD and notify your insurance company promptly. New York's no-fault law requires your own PIP insurance to cover initial medical costs regardless of fault.

Which roads are most dangerous in Franklin Square?

Hempstead Turnpike through Franklin Square is the community's primary accident corridor, with the commercial stretch between Franklin Avenue and New Hyde Park Road seeing frequent rear-end and angle collisions. Franklin Avenue south of Hempstead Turnpike is a secondary high-crash road, particularly near school zones.

Where is the nearest hospital to Franklin Square?

Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital on Franklin Avenue is the closest emergency facility, approximately ten minutes south of central Franklin Square. Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, the county's Level I trauma center, is accessible via Hempstead Turnpike heading east.