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King Tide Floods Parts of Savin Hill, Waterlogs Traffic

Here's where State Police say to avoid.

BOSTON, MA — Rising waters from the King Tide have flooded parts of the road around Savin Hill, Massachusetts State Police said Tuesday afternoon.

According to police, William T. Morrisey Boulevard is down to one lane in each direction. The ramp to Morrisey on Route 139 northbound is closed completely.

"Expect delays," State Police cautioned.

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"King Tide" refers to extremely high tide conditions. Tides are rising more than two feet in and around Boston this week.

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