Fatal Scaffolding Collapse at Long Creek Bridge on Loop Parkway, Nassau County, NY, Reported November 11, 2026

One construction worker died after scaffolding collapsed at the Long Creek Bridge on Loop Parkway toward Point Lookout in Nassau County, in an incident reported on November 11, 2026. Two workers fell into the water, and the second remained missing as of Wednesday night, according to New York State Police.

Authorities said the collapse happened just before noon while a construction crew was working on the highway drawbridge. The scaffolding supporting the workers gave way, but the cause of the failure had not been established. The bridge connects Point Lookout with the Meadowbrook State Parkway.

Six additional workers were injured without falling into the water. Police said their injuries were not considered life-threatening. No workers’ names or ages were provided.

Search-and-rescue personnel from several agencies responded to the bridge. Police boats operated beneath the span, and divers searched underwater for the missing worker.

The New York State Department of Transportation said it was coordinating with emergency responders and collecting information from the contractor and department staff to assist the investigation. The worker who died was identified as a contractor employee.

Loop Parkway was shut down in both directions for several hours following the collapse. Officials said the westbound lanes reopened shortly before 3 p.m., while the remaining lanes stayed closed through Wednesday night.

Construction on Loop Parkway had been underway for months before the collapse. Recent work had also required extended bridge closures. The investigation into the scaffolding failure remained ongoing.