Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding expected. Though tides will reach noteworthy heights (around 18+ ft), barometric pressure remains very high (above 1033 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood is 0%.
WHEN
Highest tides expected around 5:48 AM and 4:24 PM local time.
IMPACTS
No flooding of roads or low-lying areas anticipated. No property damage expected.
Historical comparisons show that prior Category 3 or higher events typically involved lower barometric pressures (around or below 1006 hPa) combined with tides above 20 ft. Current barometric pressures for 10/22 are much higher (exceeding 1033 hPa) and NOAA indicates no flood risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding. Tides will be similar in height to Day 1, peaking near 18.9 ft, but barometric pressure remains elevated (around 1034 hPa), and NOAA’s likelihood of flooding is again 0%.
WHEN
Highest tides expected around 6:30 AM and 4:48 PM local time.
IMPACTS
No anticipated flooding impacts. No road closures or property damage are expected.
Comparisons to historical events underscore that a critical feature for prior flooding was significantly lower pressure (e.g., below 1002 hPa) and tides surpassing 20 ft with a positive flood likelihood from NOAA. None of those factors are present on 10/23, so flood potential remains minimal.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding, even though tide heights may approach 19 ft. High barometric pressure (about 1023–1024 hPa) and 0% NOAA flood likelihood keep the flood threat low.
WHEN
Highest tides around 7:06 AM and 5:18 PM local time.
IMPACTS
No significant impacts expected; no inundation or property damage projected.
Although 19 ft is a considerable tide level, historical flooding typically required low pressure below 1000 hPa and tidal heights over 20 ft. Current forecasts do not indicate any of these exacerbating factors, and NOAA continues to forecast no flood risk.
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.