LIRR service on Far Rockaway line resumes after train hits vehicle

The LIRR has resumed service in both directions on the Far Rockaway branch with residual delays after a train hit a car in Hewlett.

Service was suspended for more than an hour after Nassau County police said the train struck the car just before 1:30 p.m. at West Broadway and Mill Road, just east of the Hewlett station. 

MTA officials said there were no injuries in the crash and the vehicle suffered minor damage. 

The LIRR reopened one of two tracks by 3 p.m. with 20 to 30 minute delays before service could by fully restored.

Trains are still operating between Western terminals and Valley Stream, according to the MTA, and the crash does not appear to be causing delays for evening rush hour.

NICE Bus is cross-honoring LIRR fares for ticket holders.

Passengers can take the Q113/Q114 bus between Jamaica, Inwood, and Far Rockaway.

By Robert Brodsky

robert.brodsky@newsday.com@BrodskyRobert

Robert Brodsky is a breaking news reporter who has worked at Newsday since 2011. He is a Queens College and American University alum.