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Historic Flash Floods Paralyze Boston Area, Stranding Vehicles

7/13/2025

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Devastating flash floods swept through towns south of Boston on Thursday, wreaking havoc during the rush hour. Weymouth was hit hardest, receiving an astonishing 6.37 inches of rain, a rare occurrence dubbed a "1 in 200 year event." With Interstate 93 in Quincy submerged, numerous vehicles were stranded, prompting officials to stress the need for vigilance and awareness of road conditions during storms.

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Devastating flash floods swept through towns south of Boston on Thursday, wreaking havoc during the rush hour. Weymouth was hit hardest, receiving an astonishing 6.37 inches of rain, a rare occurrence dubbed a "1 in 200 year event." With Interstate 93 in Quincy submerged, numerous vehicles were stranded, prompting officials to stress the need for vigilance and awareness of road conditions during storms.