Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tide heights will be below the 21-foot threshold historically associated with flood risks, and barometric pressure is not notably low.
WHEN
The highest tide on February 25 is at approximately 09:48 PST (around 18.6 feet), with a barometric pressure of around 1012.7 hPa. No flooding concerns are anticipated throughout the day.
IMPACTS
No expected flooding of roadways or low-lying areas. Normal marine activity is anticipated.
• Compared to historical events, including the Category 5 event (12/27/2022) that had tides reaching over 22 feet and extremely low barometric pressure, current conditions are far less severe.
• NOAA’s flood likelihood is 0.0%, further indicating no imminent flood risk.
• Winds are generally from the south, which typically does not exacerbate coastal flooding along this stretch of shoreline.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tide heights remain below 21 feet, and barometric pressure is especially high (around 1032–1034 hPa), reducing any potential for significant coastal flooding.
WHEN
Highest tides on February 26 occur near 02:18 PST (~18.3 feet) and 16:24 PST (~10.0 feet). Both occur with high barometric pressure, keeping flood risk minimal.
IMPACTS
No flooding concerns or significant coastal impacts are forecast. Daily routine and maritime operations should be unaffected.
• Historically, lower barometric pressures (below ~992 hPa) combining with high tides over 21 feet have correlated with more serious flood events. Those factors are absent here.
• NOAA flood likelihood remains at 0.0%, indicating minimal risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Continued high barometric pressure (1030–1032 hPa) and tide peaks staying well below 21 feet collectively signal safe conditions.
WHEN
The highest tide will occur around 03:12 PST (near 19.0 feet). Barometric pressure remains quite high, and NOAA flood likelihood is still at 0.0%.
IMPACTS
No anticipated flooding of coastal roads, parks, or oceanfront properties. Minimal to no disruptions are expected.
• Even though the tides on February 27 approach 19 feet at times, the pressure is significantly higher than in historical flood events, keeping water levels below flooding thresholds.
• Winds remain mostly out of the south/southeast, which is not a typical direction to cause substantial surge.
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.