Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides may approach minor flood stage in some low-lying coastal areas, but significant damage is not expected. The morning high tide is forecast around 20 ft with barometric pressure near 999 hPa, which is lower than average but not critically low.
WHEN
The highest risk period is around the morning high tide (approximately 07:00–08:00 PST).
IMPACTS
• Ponding of water in typically vulnerable low-lying spots near the shoreline.
• Minor inundation possible in beaches, parks, and roads directly adjacent to the water’s edge.
• No major property damage is anticipated.
NOAA’s flood likelihood for 2026-02-22 is very low (0.2%), indicating relatively little chance of widespread coastal flooding. However, the combination of a moderately low barometric pressure (999 hPa) and a tide reaching about 20 ft places conditions close to thresholds observed in prior Category 3 events (e.g., the 01/06/2025 event). While not as high as certain Category 4–5 historical tides, this still warrants monitoring, especially in low-lying locations.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tides will be slightly lower (around 19–19.6 ft) with barometric pressures ranging from 1016 hPa to above 1019 hPa.
WHEN
Highest tides around 08:00–08:30 PST and again late in the evening (22:00–23:00 PST).
IMPACTS
• Minimal to no inundation or ponding.
• Normal coastal conditions with little to no flooding concern.
Compared with historical floods, these tide heights and higher barometric pressures are well above typical low-pressure thresholds for storm surge. NOAA also indicates a 0.0% flood likelihood for 2026-02-23, reinforcing that flooding is unlikely.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
Again, no risk of flooding is expected. High tides near 19 ft and barometric pressures near or above 1018 hPa do not present conditions for flooding.
WHEN
Highest tides occur around 08:30–09:00 PST and 18:30–19:00 PST.
IMPACTS
• No anticipated coastal flooding or road closures.
• Typical marine conditions with stable atmospheric pressure levels.
NOAA’s analysis gives a 0.0% flood likelihood for 2026-02-24, aligning with the forecast of moderate tide heights and relatively high pressure. Historically, tides need to exceed about 21 ft in combination with markedly low pressure (near or below 992.8 hPa) to escalate risk significantly.
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.