The storm isn't done yet Saturday, as the threat of coastal flooding continues up and down the Massachusetts coastline.
On Saturday afternoon, a storm surge of 3 feet is expected for the early afternoon high tide.
It’s cold. 5700 people are without power in #Quincy in what officials say is the most damaging storm in recent memory. @boston25 pic.twitter.com/RSSWrJ4hCA
— Crystal Haynes (@crystalhaynes) March 3, 2018
NWS Boston said that homes along the immediate shoreline could suffer damage from the combination of high tide and large waves. There will also likely be erosion of destruction of dunes and sea walls.
In Quincy, which saw a lot of flooding Friday, they are working to prepare as best they can. They are working to make sure schools will be open Monday and to get people back in their homes.
"As for a coastal storm, this is the worst since Blizzard '78....I am very concerned for the infrastructure damage," said Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch.
He said ISD inspectors will be looking at homes Saturday afternoon to see if they need to be condemned. They also have National Guard members in the town helping where needed.
Scituate officials are asking people to stay off the roads and in their homes and they expect clean up to take several days.
Scituate town update: 92 percent of town is still without power. Lots of damage near the coast. Still have a state of emergency and travel ban in place. @boston25 pic.twitter.com/qjGbB17QBw
— Kelly Sullivan (@ksullivannews) March 3, 2018
"It will be a little hairy this afternoon during high tide," said a Scituate official.
About 92 percent of the town is without power.
If you live along the coast, listen to officials' advice and do not drive through flooded roads.
The storm will linger through Sunday, causing concern for the next high tide.
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