Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tides will rise to around 19.56 ft near midday, but high barometric pressure (approximately 1023 hPa) and a southerly wind direction limit the potential for coastal inundation.
WHEN
Peak tide near 12:24 PST.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding impacts are anticipated. Low-lying areas and shorelines will see higher-than-normal tides but should remain free of inundation based on historical comparisons and the latest NOAA data indicating a 0.0% flood likelihood.
• The barometric pressure is considerably above the 992.8 hPa threshold historically associated with flooding events.
• The highest forecast tide (around 19.56 ft) is below levels noted in previous Category 3 or higher historical cases.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood Analysis suggests no flooding concerns, with distance to flood threshold remaining negative.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tides will again approach the upper teens (around 19.48 ft), but pressures near 1024 hPa and continued southerly/southwesterly winds are not conducive to flooding.
WHEN
Peak tide near 13:06 PST.
IMPACTS
No significant impacts; normal daily routines should not be affected. Minor shoreline water encroachment remains possible but well below flood levels identified in relevant historical events.
• The slightly higher peak tide (compared to Day 1) is still beneath typical flood-triggering thresholds from past Category 3–4 benchmarks.
• NOAA’s forecast again shows a 0.0% chance of flooding, reinforcing the assessment of no coastal inundation.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding anticipated. Tides may reach around 19.35 ft near midday, but the barometric pressure—while slightly lower (about 1015 hPa)—is still well above historical low-pressure flood levels. Winds from the south remain moderate and do not pose a significant onshore surge threat.
WHEN
Peak tide near 13:36 PST.
IMPACTS
No impacts expected other than typical high-tide shoreline conditions. Beaches and waterfront areas may experience slightly elevated sea levels but should not see any overland flooding.
• Compared to historical Category 3–5 events exceeding 20 ft under much lower pressures, these conditions remain stable.
• NOAA guidance continues to show minimal flood risk (0.0% probability) and a comfortable margin below flood thresholds.
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.