Rockaway Turnpike Lanes Closed After Accident, Police Say

NORTH LAWRENCE, NY — All lanes on Rockaway Turnpike are closed between Peninsula Boulevard and Brookville Boulevard Wednesday after an auto accident, police said.

Nassau County police announced the closure at 11:48 a.m. and did not say when the lanes would be reopened.

According to police, drivers in the area are encouraged to use alternate routes for the time being. To find the latest traffic conditions, drivers can check 511.