REVERE — A vicious storm surge combined with an astronomically high tide led to flooding in several areas on Thursday as the first major nor’easter buffeted the area.
The surge hit hardest in both the Point of Pines and Riverside neighborhoods, and along North Shore Road, according to Revere Fire Chief Chris Bright. The rising waters caused multiple street closures due to floods from the high tide.
Cottage Street, both sides of Route 1A, Mills Ave and the surrounding side streets were amongst those forced to close for a time on Thursday.
“A lot of people didn’t heed the advice and stay inside and now they are stuck all over the place while the roads are inundated with water, causing everyone to get stuck in it,” said Bright. “It was a real mess but things are starting to subside with the tide receding, so little by little police will open those closed roads which will hopefully quiet things down.”
With many cars trapped in the treacherous slush, Revere police officers and firefighters had to go out and ensure people were getting out of their cars safely. Calls flooded in seeking help regarding medical concerns, flooded basements and gas-like, burning odors.
“I’ve seen a lot in my years here but I’ve never seen North Shore Road buried like that,” Bright said.
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