Holbrook, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Holbrook, Suffolk County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Suffolk County
- Population
- 27,000
- ZIP Codes
- 11741
- Coordinates
- 40.8034°N, 73.0785°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- Long Island Community Hospital — 101 Hospital Rd, Patchogue, NY 11772 | (631) 654-7100
- Stony Brook University Hospital — 101 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11794 | (631) 444-4000
Police
- SCPD 5th Precinct — 475 E Main St, Patchogue, NY 11772 | (631) 854-8500
Courts
- Suffolk County District Court — 400 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | (631) 853-7500
- Islip Town Justice Court — 401 Main St, Islip, NY 11751 | (631) 224-5570
- Suffolk County Supreme Court — 1 Court St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | (631) 852-2332
Major Roads Through Holbrook
- LIE
- Sunrise Highway
- Veterans Memorial Highway
- Grundy Avenue
Recent Incidents
Live incident data coming soon.
Check all Long Island accidents for current reports.
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 Holbrook, NY?
Call 911 immediately. SCPD's 5th Precinct will respond. Document the scene with photos and collect witness information. Exchange insurance details with all parties. File a police report and notify your insurance company under New York's no-fault law.
Which roads are most dangerous in Holbrook?
The LIE through Holbrook carries high-speed traffic and sees frequent rear-end and multi-vehicle collisions. Sunrise Highway's commercial corridor through the hamlet has numerous driveway conflicts. Veterans Memorial Highway east of the LIE interchange handles heavy traffic with limited signalization.
Where is the nearest hospital to Holbrook?
Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue is the closest emergency facility, approximately ten minutes east. Stony Brook University Hospital, the region's Level I trauma center, is accessible via the LIE heading west and provides the highest level of emergency care.