Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flood impacts expected. Tide heights approach 20 feet but barometric pressure is very high (above 1032 hPa), indicating stable conditions with no substantial flood threat.
WHEN
Highest tidal levels occurring around midday (approximately 12:48 PM local time).
IMPACTS
No observable property impacts. Low-lying areas near the coast are unlikely to experience any flooding at this time.
Historical data shows that tides near or above 20 feet can be concerning when coupled with much lower barometric pressures or high winds. In this instance, however, the pressure remains notably higher than historical flood events, and NOAA provides no indication of imminent flooding on this date.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
No risk of flood impacts. Forecast high tides are below critical thresholds, and barometric pressure remains exceptionally high (around 1033–1035 hPa).
WHEN
Peak tide near early afternoon (around 1:36 PM local time).
IMPACTS
No flooding. Normal marine conditions expected with no anticipated water encroachment onto roads or property.
Despite past floods occurring at similar tide heights, those events involved significantly lower barometric pressures and/or stronger winds. NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for today is listed as “Low” (0.2%), aligning with no flooding concerns.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flood impacts are expected. While tide heights may briefly exceed 20 feet early in the morning (around 5:06 AM), barometric pressure (near 1022 hPa) is still substantially higher than critical low-pressure flood events.
WHEN
Highest flood concern during predawn hours, approximately 5:00 AM–6:00 AM local time.
IMPACTS
No observed risk to property. Coastal areas remain safe; roads and infrastructure along the shore should remain unaffected.
Historically, high flood categorizations occurred with more intense low-pressure systems and higher NOAA flood likelihood values (often above 8–10%). Today’s NOAA probability (3.8%) remains relatively low, suggesting minimal 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.