Queens, NY
(
Oct 27, 2026
) -
A tractor-trailer struck an overpass and overturned on the northbound Meadowbrook State Parkway near Westbury, New York, according to state police. The crash was reported on October 27, 2026. Officials said no injuries were reported and no other vehicles were involved.
Police received the call about the collision around 1 p.m. The northbound lanes were closed for about an hour before reopening around 2 p.m.
In a statement addressing truck collisions with overpasses, state transportation officials outlined measures used across Long Island to prevent overheight vehicles from entering parkways. These include warning signs at every entrance ramp and systems designed to detect overheight vehicles.
The department also described low-clearance pavement markings at locations with frequent bridge strikes, along with large, reflective advance warning signs displaying bridge heights.
Transportation officials emphasized that truck drivers and commercial vehicle operators are responsible for knowing and following parkway height restrictions. The department noted that commercial vehicles entering parkways where they do not belong can disrupt traffic, damage highway infrastructure and create hazards for other motorists.
For a truck crash on the Meadowbrook State Parkway near Westbury, New York, police reports, photographs and insurance correspondence can help document the incident. A qualified attorney can explain applicable reporting requirements and address questions about insurance coverage.
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