Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Depending on local conditions, there may be a very minor water rise near shorelines at high tide, but it is not anticipated to inundate or cause disruptions.
WHEN
Highest risk near the morning high tide around 06:24 PST.
IMPACTS
No significant impacts expected. Low-lying areas and shorelines may notice slightly higher water levels, but flooding of roads or property is not anticipated.
Analysis indicates a maximum tide near 20.0 ft combined with very high barometric pressure (over 1032 hPa), which historically reduces flood risk. NOAA’s Flood Likelihood is only 0.8%, aligning with no significant flood concerns. Compared to historical flood events that involved much lower pressure, today’s conditions are far less conducive to flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, no flooding is expected. Similar to Day 1, high tides may briefly raise water levels along the coast, but not enough to cause damage or inundation.
WHEN
Peak water levels around 06:48 PST and 17:06 PST.
IMPACTS
No substantial impacts are anticipated. Low-lying coastal spots could see water encroachment near the highest tide, but no flooding issues are expected.
Though tide heights are once again around 20 ft, barometric pressures remain very high (above 1033 hPa). NOAA flood likelihood remains low at 2.0%. Historically, severe coastal flooding has required significantly lower pressure (under ~1010 hPa). Given the strong high-pressure system and relatively calm winds, conditions are not favorable for flooding.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Close to a flood event and worth monitoring. Tides are expected to reach around 20.3 ft, which is relatively high. However, damage is unlikely given the continuing high-pressure environment.
WHEN
Main period of concern near 07:00–07:12 PST (morning high tide) and again in the late afternoon, around 17:54 PST.
IMPACTS
Minor splashing over sea walls or docks is possible in isolated locations. Actual overland flooding, however, is not expected to cause property damage under these conditions. Caution is advised for those near the waterline.
Tide forecasts show levels slightly above 20 ft. While this height approaches thresholds from some past Category 3 events, the barometric pressure remains unusually high (around 1030 hPa). NOAA’s flood likelihood is only 4%. Thus, overall risk is moderate but still unlikely to produce damaging floods. Local monitoring is recommended around high tide in susceptible spots.
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.