Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected. Tides may reach around 19.89 ft in the early morning, but barometric pressure remains well above historically low thresholds, and NOAA’s flood likelihood is rated very low (0.9%).
WHEN
Peak high tide occurs near 06:00 PST on December 19.
IMPACTS
No flood-related impacts anticipated. Normal tidal fluctuations should not pose a threat to property or infrastructure.
• Barometric pressure (~1006 hPa) is significantly higher than the low-pressure events that have historically caused flooding.
• NOAA’s flood likelihood for 12/19 is minimal, with distance to flooding threshold showing plenty of room before any risk is approached.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. While tides may briefly touch the 20 ft mark, the barometric pressure is even higher (around 1021–1027 hPa), and NOAA’s indicated flood likelihood is only 1.2%.
WHEN
High tides are expected around 06:30 PST and 15:48 PST on December 20.
IMPACTS
No flood impacts forecast. Areas along the shoreline are poised for normal conditions without concerns for inundation.
• The relatively high barometric pressure severely limits flood potential, even with tides around 20 ft.
• Historical comparisons show that far lower air pressure combined with these tide levels is typically required before coastal flooding becomes a concern.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood risk is anticipated. Tides may crest near 20.09 ft, but the barometric pressure remains extremely high (around 1028 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood (2.3%) is still quite low for this area.
WHEN
Peak high tides likely around 07:00 PST and 16:24 PST on December 21.
IMPACTS
No significant impacts are expected. Shorelines and nearby roadways should not see any notable flooding.
• Historically, Category 3 or higher events have involved both higher tides and much lower barometric pressures (generally below ~1002 hPa).
• The NOAA distance to flood threshold remains comfortably negative, supporting minimal concern for 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.