Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides will reach near 19.7 ft by early afternoon, but the exceptionally high barometric pressure (over 1032 hPa) greatly reduces flood potential. Overall, no significant flooding is expected.
WHEN
Highest tide around 1:36 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No notable tidal flooding impacts anticipated. Normal marine conditions in most low-lying coastal areas.
• Barometric pressure is much higher than during past notable flood events, which strongly limits the flood risk.
• NOAA’s stated flood likelihood is just 0.2%, consistent with minimal concern.
• Winds are light, further reducing any coastal flooding threat.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Close to a flood event and worth monitoring, though widespread or damaging flooding is unlikely. Tides near 20.3 ft in the early morning may briefly threaten very low-lying areas.
WHEN
Highest tide around 5:06 AM PST, with a second high tide in the afternoon (about 2:30 PM PST) but slightly lower and under high pressure conditions.
IMPACTS
Minor nuisance flooding could briefly affect shoreline walkways, small ramps, or parking areas very close to the water. No notable property damage is expected.
• Tides are comparable with previous borderline flood situations, but barometric pressure remains relatively high (about 1023–1026 hPa).
• NOAA’s flood likelihood is low at 3.8%, indicating limited chances of overflowing.
• Light winds from variable directions do not significantly enhance coastal inundation.
CATEGORY 4
WHAT
Moderate flooding is likely, especially late overnight to early morning, with tides peaking around 20.7 ft. Although barometric pressure remains higher than in some past severe events, NOAA’s “High” flood likelihood (16.3%) suggests that localized inundation is probable.
WHEN
Highest tide around 5:48 AM PST will be the primary concern. Minor secondary high tide in mid-afternoon, but with a slightly lower crest.
IMPACTS
Flooding of low-lying roads and parking areas near the shoreline is likely. Some property in immediate coastal areas may experience rising water. The flooding is not expected to be major, but residents should remain alert.
• Tidal heights are near or exceed those observed during previous moderate flood events.
• While barometric pressure (near 1024–1025 hPa) is not particularly low, NOAA’s analysis rates the flood risk as “High” for this day.
• Light to moderate onshore breezes will modestly exacerbate coastal water levels.
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.