At 8:22 a.m. on Monday, the National Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory valid between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. for Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Plymouth and Barnstable counties.

The weather service describes, "Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways (3.9 to 12.5 feet Mean Lower Low Water)."

"Minor flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected," explains the weather service. "If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property."

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