Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant coastal flooding is expected. Tides will reach around 19 ft in the late afternoon, but barometric pressure remains relatively high (around 1020 hPa), and NOAA’s likelihood of flooding is reported at 0%. Overall, conditions do not indicate flooding concerns.
WHEN
Highest tide near 16:42 local time on 09/21.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding impacts anticipated. Low-lying areas along the shoreline may see routine wave run-up, but significant inundation or property damage is not expected.
• Historical comparison to events with similar tide heights indicates that high atmospheric pressure above 1009 hPa greatly reduces flood risk.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood Analysis for 09/21 is 0.0%, which further supports minimal flood potential.
• Winds are predominantly southerly, not from the west or northwest, which is less conducive to coastal flooding in this region.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Likewise, no significant flooding is expected. Although the late-afternoon high tide will approach 19 ft, barometric pressure remains above 1015 hPa. NOAA’s data continues to show a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide near 17:00 local time on 09/22.
IMPACTS
Minimal to no flooding issues forecast. Low-lying coastal areas are not expected to see water intrusion beyond normal tidal fluctuation.
• Tide heights around 19 ft are below the historical thresholds commonly associated with more serious flooding.
• The barometric pressure (about 1017 hPa) is comparatively high, further indicating lesser risk.
• No significant wind-driven surge is indicated, and NOAA’s Flood Likelihood Analysis remains at 0.0%.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is anticipated. Peak tide may near 18–19 ft in late afternoon, but this is paired with a moderate barometric pressure of around 1009–1010 hPa, still well above the critical low-pressure threshold of ~992 hPa.
WHEN
Highest tide near 17:24 local time on 09/23.
IMPACTS
No notable impacts expected. Coastal areas may experience common high-tide conditions, without indications of inundation or damage.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood Analysis for 09/23 remains at 0.0%.
• Although barometric pressure is somewhat lower than on Days 1 and 2, it remains significantly above historically low-pressure benchmarks linked to flood events.
• Comparisons to past Category 3 or higher events reveal that those typically involved lower pressure and/or higher tides.
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.