Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Despite relatively high tide levels reaching around 20.2 ft, barometric pressure remains well above critical flood thresholds, and NOAA’s flood likelihood is low (1.4%).
WHEN
Highest tides anticipated near 8:30 AM and 6:24 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No substantial flooding impacts are forecast. Normal tidal fluctuations may cause minor ponding along very low-lying spots, but no property damage or significant roadway closures are expected.
Historical Category 3 events typically involve stronger onshore winds, lower barometric pressure, and notably higher flood-likelihood percentages from NOAA. Here, the pressure for Day 1 (near 1012 hPa) is not sufficiently low, and winds remain light with a low NOAA Flood Likelihood. Accordingly, flood potential is minimal.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. The forecasted tide heights approach 20.0 ft in the morning, but barometric pressure remains moderate (about 1016–1017 hPa) and NOAA flood likelihood is only 0.3%.
WHEN
Highest tidal range near 4:12 AM and 9:36 AM PST.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding impacts are forecast. Typical tidal movements may slightly affect immediate shoreline areas, but significant inundation or property concerns are not expected.
Compared to historical flood events (often featuring pressure below 1000 hPa and higher NOAA flood probabilities), Day 2 pressure and likelihood remain safely outside higher-risk zones. Winds are gentle and not from critical directions known to enhance storm surge risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tide forecasts peak near 19.8–20.0 ft, but the barometric pressure is relatively high (around 1018 hPa), and the NOAA flood likelihood is extremely low at 0.1%.
WHEN
Primary high-tide periods around 10:36 AM and 8:48 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No flooding concerns are anticipated. Minor water level rises in typical low-lying coastal spots are possible, but there is no expected property damage or disruption to transportation.
Historical Category 3 or higher events involved significantly higher flood probabilities, stronger onshore winds, and lower barometric pressures. Here, Day 3 conditions remain calm, with tides not supported by winds or low pressure that would push it into a higher category.
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.