Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
High tides near 19 ft in the late evening, combined with moderately low barometric pressure, are close to flood thresholds but remain unlikely to cause significant flood damage.
WHEN
The highest water levels are expected around 9:00 PM to 9:30 PM local time.
IMPACTS
Minor flooding of very low-lying spots is possible, but no major impacts to infrastructure are anticipated. Residents in prone areas may see brief ponding on roads nearest the shoreline.
• Tide heights peak around 19.3–19.6 ft this evening.
• Barometric pressure (~1007.9 hPa) is not critically low compared to past severe events.
• NOAA anticipates a 0% flood likelihood for June 30; however, the tides are high enough to warrant monitoring.
• This setup is similar to previous Category 3 events that produced minor yet noticeable high-water conditions.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Morning and midday high tides coincide with slightly lower pressures (as low as ~997 hPa), which could push water levels close to minor flood thresholds.
WHEN
Highest tides of potential concern occur around 8:30–9:00 AM and again early in the afternoon.
IMPACTS
Localized ingress of water in the most vulnerable shoreline spots is possible. Widespread flooding is not expected, but observations should continue to ensure no unexpected surge develops.
• Tide levels remain elevated but do not exceed typical thresholds for moderate or major flooding.
• Comparing to historical events, pressures are not as low, and NOAA again rates flood likelihood at 0%.
• Past Category 3 comparisons show similar tide heights can produce minor water encroachment on the immediate waterfront, but little property damage.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
An evening high tide around 19 ft with near-threshold pressure (993.45 hPa) is noteworthy. Although it is on the lower end of barometric values, it remains slightly above severe flood markers seen in previous higher-category events.
WHEN
The most significant water levels are forecast around 10:00–10:30 PM.
IMPACTS
Similar to the prior two days, only pockets of minor flooding along the immediate shoreline are possible. Property damage is unlikely in most areas; however, this high tide does warrant attention in the most flood-prone spots.
• Despite the barometric pressure dipping closer to the 992.8 hPa historical benchmark, it does not drop below it.
• NOAA’s flood likelihood for July 2 is still indicated to be 0%.
• Historically, Category 4 or above has typically required lower pressures or tide heights over ~20 ft.
• Local winds are relatively light, further limiting the potential for storm surge effects.
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.