Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding. Tides are forecast to peak near 18.8 ft—below the 21 ft threshold historically associated with flood events in this area. Barometric pressure readings are relatively high at over 1027 hPa, further reducing the potential for coastal flooding.
WHEN
Highest tides expected around mid-morning (approximately 07:00–09:30 PST on 03/08).
IMPACTS
No significant flooding impacts anticipated. Normal beach and shoreline activity.
• Past events reaching categories 3 and above typically had tides above 20 ft combined with notably lower barometric pressure.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for 03/08 is listed at 0.0%, confirming minimal risk.
• Wind speeds and directions are not conducive to coastal water piling.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding. The highest tide is around 18.2 ft, still below the 21 ft threshold. Barometric pressure remains elevated, in the 1023–1027 hPa range.
WHEN
Peak tide near morning to midday (roughly 07:30–09:00 PST on 03/09).
IMPACTS
No significant effects in coastal or low-lying areas.
• Conditions remain stable according to NOAA’s 0.0% flood likelihood.
• Higher pressure continues to suppress any potential surge.
• Historical flooding typically involved tides at or above 21 ft combined with low barometric pressures.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding. Predicted tide heights top out around 17.6 ft, which is well under the 21 ft level often linked to local flooding. Barometric pressure remains above 1020 hPa.
WHEN
Morning high tide (approximately 07:30–09:00 PST on 03/10) shows the highest reading for the day.
IMPACTS
No expected impacts to shoreline roads or infrastructure.
• NOAA’s flood forecast continues at 0.0%.
• Winds are moderate and not from a direction known to exacerbate water levels.
• Confirmed well below the historical tide heights seen in Category 4–5 flood events.
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 but uncertainty remains on major damage.
• Category 5: Likely to flood with property damage.
• Categories 6-7: Extremely high risk of flooding and significant property damage.