Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Even though the morning tide reaches nearly 18.95 ft, the barometric pressure is very high (approximately 1034 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood is 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest tide levels around 6:30 AM and 4:48 PM local time on October 23.
IMPACTS
No known flooding impacts. Low-lying coastal areas should remain unaffected due to the lack of low-pressure systems or significant onshore wind forcing.
• Historically, tides at or above 20 ft combined with much lower pressures (< 992 hPa) have been more prone to flooding.
• The 12/27/2023 Category 3 event, for instance, combined a 17.46 ft tide with lower pressure (1006.1 hPa) and a higher NOAA flood likelihood.
• Here, with pressures well above 1000 hPa and NOAA’s official flood likelihood remaining at 0.0%, there is no indication of flooding risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Although the morning tide may approach 19.07 ft, the atmospheric pressure is again relatively high (around 1022–1023 hPa), and NOAA continues to forecast a 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak high tides around 7:06 AM and 5:18 PM local time on October 24.
IMPACTS
No notable coastal flooding impacts. All nearshore and low-lying areas are expected to remain clear.
• Category 4 and 5 historical events have involved significantly lower barometric pressures and higher NOAA flood likelihood scores. Neither factor is present here.
• Wind speeds remain moderate, and wind directions do not align with past major flooding events.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Tide levels are again fairly high (nearing 19.06 ft in the early morning), but barometric pressure remains above 1017 hPa, which is not conducive to flooding when compared with historical events.
WHEN
Highest tides around 7:48 AM and 5:48 PM local time on October 25.
IMPACTS
No direct coastal flooding or property damage is anticipated. Roads and low-lying coastal zones should remain unaffected.
• Despite some forecasted rainfall and modest drop in pressure later in the day (into the 995–998 hPa range), this still remains well above the ~992 hPa mark that has historically combined with high tides to cause notable flooding.
• NOAA’s official flood likelihood remains at 0.0% for October 25, further indicating a minimal risk scenario.
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.