Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant coastal flooding is expected. Although tide levels may approach 19 feet, the barometric pressure (around 1012 hPa) remains relatively high, and NOAA indicates a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tides around mid-day, approximately 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM local time, when water levels peak near 19 ft.
IMPACTS
No major impacts are anticipated. Low-lying areas next to the shoreline may experience very minor water encroachment, but no notable coastal flooding issues are expected based on historical comparisons and current atmospheric conditions.
• The tide levels on 10/31 will be lower than in previous Category 3 or higher flood events (those typically exceeding 20 ft under lower pressure).
• NOAA’s forecasted flood likelihood is at 0.0%, and winds remain light to moderate with no strong onshore push.
• Compared with historical category 3 and 4 floods, pressure is not low enough to increase risk, supporting a Category 2 (no risk) assessment.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected despite a high tide near 19.3 feet. Barometric pressure is forecast at about 1021 hPa, remaining well above critical thresholds. NOAA’s stated flood likelihood remains 0.0%.
WHEN
Peak water levels mid-day (roughly noon to early afternoon).
IMPACTS
Because barometric pressure is relatively high and winds are not from a risk-enhancing direction, no meaningful flooding impacts are anticipated in low-lying or waterfront areas at this time.
• This tide level is moderately high but still below the historical Category 3 and 4 thresholds (which typically exceed 20 ft under more severe conditions).
• Historically, Category 3+ flood events require more than just elevated tides; notably lower pressures and/or strong onshore winds.
• Current conditions show stable pressure and a calm wind forecast, keeping any flood risk minimal.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected on 11/02 even though tides may approach 19.6 feet. Barometric pressure is forecast around 1025.8 hPa, which is substantially higher than pressures historically linked with more severe events. NOAA continues to rate the flood likelihood at 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest tide likely from around 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM local time.
IMPACTS
No observed or predicted factors suggest coastal flooding. Minor accumulation of water near the shoreline is possible, but not to a level indicating flood risk.
• Despite being the highest of the three days, the tide does not reach the 20+ ft benchmarks seen in previous Category 3 or 4 events.
• Wind directions are not primed to push significant water onshore; further lowering flood risk.
• NOAA’s consistently low flood probability underscores the expected lack of coastal inundation.
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.