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Problematic LI intersections lead drivers to slam on the brakes, go the wrong way, fail to yield

On Cherry Avenue near Bethpage High School, there’s an intersection described by resident Jordyn Geller as “the craziest intersection,” because, among several things, drivers often unintentionally blow a red light.

Cecilia Dowd

Jul 21, 2025, 9:54 PM

Updated 16 hr ago

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News 12 checked out some problematic intersections that have led confused drivers to slam on the brakes, go the wrong way and fail to yield.
Tally Lane in Wantagh often sees drivers who thought they were getting on the parkway, while drivers on Wantagh Avenue sometimes wind up in the oncoming lane, says resident Doug Preston.
North Long Beach Road in Rockville Centre has yield signs that are often ignored.
On Cherry Avenue near Bethpage High School, there’s an intersection described by resident Jordyn Geller as “the craziest intersection,” because, among several things, drivers often unintentionally blow a red light.
In East Rockaway, drivers who are heading from Main Street to Atlantic Avenue sometimes slam on their brakes because of a red light meant for other drivers.