Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
High tides near 19 feet are expected, but barometric pressure remains relatively high (around 1020+ hPa). Based on the historical record and NOAA’s 0% flood likelihood forecast, no flood conditions are expected.
WHEN
During the morning (approx. 08:00 AM–10:00 AM) and evening (approx. 06:00 PM–08:00 PM) high tides.
IMPACTS
No notable coastal flooding or damage is anticipated. Low-lying areas should remain unaffected.
• The barometric pressures at the expected high tide times are much higher than in past flood events, reducing the possibility of significant coastal flooding.
• NOAA’s official flood likelihood analysis for 02/24 indicates 0.0%, indicating no substantial risk.
• Historical Category 3 or higher events typically involved lower barometric pressures (< 1010 hPa) combined with higher tides (> 20 ft) and higher NOAA flood likelihoods.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Another set of relatively elevated tides is forecast, with morning and early evening highs. However, the barometric pressure is still above critical flood-risk thresholds, and NOAA estimates a 0.0% chance of flooding.
WHEN
Peak risk around 09:30 AM–10:00 AM and again near 08:00 PM.
IMPACTS
No expected flooding impacts in coastal locations.
• Though pressure dips slightly in the morning (approx. 1015 hPa), it remains well above historically low readings that have been associated with actual flood events.
• NOAA’s data again shows no concern for overtopping or flood-level surges.
• Wind speeds remain relatively modest and are not from a direction (W/NW) strongly linked with surges in this area.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
High tides continue near dawn and late afternoon, but very high barometric pressures (exceeding 1030 hPa) limit the potential for any coastal flooding.
WHEN
Mainly around 02:00 AM–03:00 AM and 04:00 PM–05:00 PM.
IMPACTS
No anticipated impacts or road closures. Low-lying areas and shorelines should remain uncompromised.
• Historical moderate-to-severe flood events featured significantly lower pressures combined with tides over 20 ft or strong onshore winds. Neither factor is present here.
• NOAA’s daily flood outlook indicates continued low risk (0.0% likelihood).
• Compared to past Category 4–5 events, these high tides are lower and occur during substantially higher pressures.
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.