In pictures: Sea surge in Central America

A storm surge that built up in the south Pacific has lashed countries along the western coast of central America, creating waves as high as three metres.

Crowds gathered at a beach in La Libertad, Nicaragua, to watch fishermen struggle through the choppy waters.

The rising sea waters caused floods along parts of central America's Pacific coast and left streets under water.

Houses damaged by wind and tidal waters in the town of Cedeno in Honduras needed repairs.

Most of the affected areas were spared major damage.

Officials say the sea swell may have travelled thousands of miles to reach central America.

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