Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
High tide levels will reach nearly 19.7 feet midday on November 28. Barometric pressure readings around 1003–1010 hPa remain relatively high compared to historical flooding thresholds in this region. NOAA’s flood likelihood is reported as very low (0.1%), indicating no expected flooding.
WHEN
Highest tidal range expected late morning (around 11:12 AM) and again at night (around 10:48 PM), though neither is forecast to reach flood levels.
IMPACTS
No flooding is anticipated. Low-lying coastal roads and areas should see normal conditions.
Historical Category 3 or higher events typically involved both tides exceeding 20 feet and significantly lower barometric pressure (often below 992–1002 hPa). Today’s tide will be under 20 feet, and the pressure is much higher than critical flood thresholds. NOAA’s data support minimal flood risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides may again approach 19.7+ feet, but barometric pressure near 1009 hPa remains above the historical low-pressure triggers. NOAA assigns a continued very low (0.1%) flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak tidal range around midday (approximately 11:48 AM).
IMPACTS
No noticeable flooding issues are expected. Normal coastal conditions are anticipated.
Comparisons with past moderate flood events (Category 3 and 4) show they typically involve higher tides (over 20 feet) plus more pronounced low pressure. Current conditions do not meet those markers, further confirming only minor tidal impacts.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Although water levels may briefly exceed 19.8 feet midday (around 12:24 PM), barometric pressure is forecast near 1018 hPa, which is well above the low-pressure threshold that commonly precedes flooding. NOAA provides a very low (0.2%) flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest water levels will likely occur around early afternoon.
IMPACTS
No flooding is expected. Coastal roadways and low-lying spots can anticipate normal conditions.
Historically, events at Category 3 or above involved storms with significantly lower pressure. Present forecasts show benign weather patterns. Tide heights, barometric pressure, and NOAA’s low flood-likelihood analysis all point to little or 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.