Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Although the midday high tide will approach 19.0 ft, the barometric pressure remains well above 1028 hPa, and NOAA’s analysis indicates a 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Primary high tide near midday on 10/14 (around 12:30 PM local).
IMPACTS
No significant coastal flooding impacts anticipated. Low-lying roads and shorelines are unlikely to see any inundation under these conditions.
• Historically, tides near or above 20 ft combined with much lower pressure (around or below 992 hPa) have produced moderate to severe flooding events.
• Today’s barometric pressure is exceptionally high (about 1028.9–1029.7 hPa), greatly reducing flood potential.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood data for today is “Low (0.0%),” further reinforcing minimal flood risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, no flooding is anticipated. Maximum tide levels may reach around 19.2 ft, but barometric pressure is still high (above 1028 hPa), aligning with NOAA’s 0.0% flood likelihood for the day.
WHEN
Higher tidal levels late morning to early afternoon on 10/15.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding impacts are expected for coastal areas or roadways.
• Comparisons to previous Category 3 or higher events show those typically involved higher tides above 20 ft coupled with lower barometric pressure or stronger onshore winds.
• The stable weather pattern, calm winds, and high pressure minimize the chance of inundation.
• NOAA continues to rate the flood potential as “Low” at 0.0%.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding despite a projected tide peak around 19.3 ft during the early afternoon. Barometric pressure is especially high (near 1031.8 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood remains 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest tide around early to mid-afternoon on 10/16.
IMPACTS
Minimal to no coastal flooding impacts expected. Normal beach access and roadway conditions should prevail.
• Past Category 3 or higher events show notably lower pressures (< 1020 hPa) and higher tides (> 20 ft).
• Weather forecasts indicate stable conditions with no severe wind or storm surge to exacerbate tide levels.
• NOAA’s “Low (0.0%)” flood likelihood supports this low-risk assessment.
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.