Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of significant coastal flooding is expected. Tides will approach the 20-foot mark around early morning; however, the barometric pressure remains considerably high (above 1032 hPa), significantly reducing flood potential.
WHEN
Primary high tide near 06:00 – 07:00 PST.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding anticipated. Low-lying shoreline and beach areas may see very minor water encroachment, but widespread impacts or damage are not expected.
• The NOAA Flood Likelihood for this date is low (approximately 0.8%).
• Although tide heights near 20 feet can be a concern, the pressure is much higher than in most historic moderate flood events, aligning with a minimal flood risk.
• Historical comparisons (e.g., Category 3 events) typically involved lower barometric pressure and slightly higher tides.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, no substantial flood risk is forecast. High tide may exceed 20 feet in the early morning, but very high barometric pressure (above 1032 hPa) will help suppress coastal flood potential.
WHEN
Highest water levels from around 06:00 – 08:00 PST.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding. Minor overwash along the immediate shoreline could occur, but property damage is not expected.
• NOAA indicates a low flood likelihood (about 2.0%).
• Although the tide is comparable to some past events that reached Category 3 or 4, the much higher barometric pressure this time significantly reduces the risk.
• Winds remain relatively light, further minimizing flood potential.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of significant flooding. The morning tide may approach 20.3 feet, but barometric pressures generally remain well above 1029 hPa, keeping the threat of a flood event low.
WHEN
Highest risk from approximately 06:00 – 08:00 PST.
IMPACTS
No substantial flooding impacts are expected. Low-lying spots along the coast could see brief water encroachment, but widespread issues or property damage are not anticipated.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood stands at 4.0%—still classified as low.
• Historically, Category 3 or higher events involved similar tide levels but with notably lower air pressure. The higher pressure here makes flooding unlikely.
• Wind speeds and directions do not indicate any significant onshore push that would exacerbate 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.