Storm surge passes in Boston with no flooding

The storm surge which threatened to cause flooding in Boston has passed without incident, officials have confirmed.
Pictures from this morning's high tide in Boston. Photos: David SeymourPictures from this morning's high tide in Boston. Photos: David Seymour
Pictures from this morning's high tide in Boston. Photos: David Seymour

A combination of high tides and stormy weather had led to flood alerts being issued.

However, thankfully, there was to be no repeat of 2013 when a tidal surge wrecked homes and businesses.

An earlier high tide also passed without any breaches of the flood defences.