Wantagh, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information

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

Overview

Type
Hamlet
County
Nassau County
Population
18,000
ZIP Codes
11793
Coordinates
40.6835°N, 73.5102°W

Emergency Resources

Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai South Nassau — 1 Healthy Way, Oceanside, NY 11572 | (516) 632-3000
  • Nassau University Medical Center — 2201 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 572-0123

Police

  • NCPD 7th Precinct — 285 Merrick Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 573-7700

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 Wantagh

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

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

Call 911 immediately. Document the scene thoroughly with photos of all vehicles, road conditions, and injuries. Exchange insurance information and collect witness contact details. File a report with NCPD's 7th Precinct and notify your own insurance company. New York's no-fault insurance law requires timely reporting.

Which roads are most dangerous in Wantagh?

Wantagh Parkway through the hamlet is the primary high-speed corridor, with merge and speed-related crashes at the Southern State Parkway interchange. Sunrise Highway through the commercial district sees frequent rear-end and turning-related collisions. Wantagh Avenue between Sunrise Highway and the Southern State carries heavy commuter volumes.

Where is the nearest hospital to Wantagh?

Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside is the closest major emergency facility, approximately fifteen minutes west via Sunrise Highway. Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, the county's Level I trauma center, is accessible northbound via Wantagh Parkway to Hempstead Turnpike.