Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Current forecasts show elevated tides near 20.0 ft during the late evening, with barometric pressure around 1001 hPa. Despite the relatively high tide, NOAA projects a 0.0% flood likelihood, indicating no substantial flooding is expected.
WHEN
Highest tide near 20:06–20:12 PDT on June 28.
IMPACTS
• No notable flooding of low-lying areas expected.
• Minimal to no impact on roads or property.
• Compared with historical data, similar or higher tides have occasionally produced Category 3 events, but in those instances, NOAA’s flood likelihood was greater and/or barometric pressure was significantly lower.
• With pressure well above the 992.8 hPa threshold for concern and NOAA’s 0.0% flood likelihood, conditions do not indicate a flood event.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tide heights are forecast to peak near 19.9 ft along with a higher barometric pressure of about 1003.6 hPa, which reduces the risk of flooding. NOAA’s outlook for this date remains at 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide near 20:48 PDT on June 29.
IMPACTS
• No flooding expected.
• Unlikely to cause any disruptions to normal coastal activities.
• Historically, tides above ~20 ft under very low pressure (below ~992 hPa) have led to moderate flood events. Today’s barometric pressure is comfortably above that danger range.
• Calm or light wind speeds from the NW will further limit any potential coastal impacts.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides are projected to approach around 19.6–19.7 ft in the late evening. Barometric pressure near 1004.5 hPa is well above the low-pressure threshold associated with higher flood risks. NOAA again indicates 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide near 21:24 PDT on June 30.
IMPACTS
• No risk of flooding apparent.
• Unlikely to affect beach access or cause property issues.
• Comparisons with past flood events show that much higher tides and/or notably lower pressure (below ~992.8 hPa) are typically needed to create a Category 3 or higher risk.
• With NOAA reporting “Low” flood likelihood and distance-to-threshold values well below critical levels, flood concerns remain minimal.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Categories 1-2: No risk of flooding.
Category 3: Close to a flood event and worth monitoring.
Category 4: Flooding is likely however, it is uncertain if this will cause major property damage.
Category 5: Likely to flood and cause property damage.
Categories 6-7: Extremely high risk of flooding and property damage.