Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Even though the tide is relatively high (peaking near 19.7 ft), barometric pressure remains above the critical low threshold, and NOAA currently indicates a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tides in the late afternoon to early evening (around 19:12 local time).
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts anticipated for coastal or low-lying areas.
Historical flood events in the region typically require notably low barometric pressures (near or below ~992 hPa) plus tide heights exceeding 21 ft to pose a serious risk. Today’s barometric pressure values (1005–1007 hPa) are not low enough to create concern, and NOAA’s latest forecast reaffirms a very low flood likelihood.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood risk today. Again, tides will be relatively high (close to 19.8 ft), but barometric pressure near 1003–1005 hPa remains too high for significant coastal flooding. NOAA’s flood likelihood remains at 0%.
WHEN
Highest tides in the late afternoon to evening hours (notably around 19:42).
IMPACTS
No impacts are forecast. Local roads and shoreline areas should remain unaffected.
Although the daytime barometric pressure dips slightly lower than on Day 1, it is still well above the historically significant low-pressure readings that have contributed to past Category 3–5 events. Current conditions fall short of the surge and pressure combinations required to cause flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood risk anticipated. Projected high tides approach 19.9–20.0 ft, but barometric pressure around 1000–1001 hPa, while lower than the prior two days, is still not near the 992 hPa or below that historically corresponds to flood events in this area. NOAA continues to show a 0% likelihood of flooding.
WHEN
Highest tides possible late evening hours (around 20:00).
IMPACTS
No flooding of coastal areas is expected.
Historic comparisons show major coastal flooding in Redondo Beach typically requires both steep drops in barometric pressure and tide levels exceeding 21 ft. Today’s barometric pressure, though lower than on Days 1 and 2, is not sufficiently low to trigger flooding concerns, and the tide remains below that 21 ft threshold.
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, though major property damage is not certain.
• Category 5: Likely to flood with property damage.
• Categories 6-7: Extreme risk of flooding and property damage.