Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No substantial flooding is expected. Tide levels are projected to peak around 18 ft, but barometric pressure remains relatively high (around 1012–1014 hPa), reducing any significant flood risk.
WHEN
Highest tides are anticipated near midnight through early morning on March 26.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding of low-lying areas or road closures are expected.
NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for March 26 sits at 0.0%, indicating minimal concern. Compared to historical Category 3 events (which typically had tides above 17 ft combined with lower pressure and higher NOAA flood likelihood), current atmospheric conditions (high pressure) suggest no risk of flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood impacts are expected. Tidal heights remain elevated (around 18 ft), but the mean pressure readings (about 1013–1014 hPa) and NOAA’s continued 0.0% flood likelihood point to stable conditions.
WHEN
Peak high tides are expected in the early morning and midday hours on March 27.
IMPACTS
No inundation issues are anticipated in low-lying areas, and roads should remain clear.
Even though tides are moderately high, the higher atmospheric pressure mitigates potential flood concerns. Historically, Category 4–5 events involved both very high tides (20+ ft) and notably low pressure (below ~1002 hPa in some cases). None of those conditions apply here.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Conditions continue to show no substantial flooding risk. Tidal peaks reach roughly 19 ft, but barometric pressure, though slightly lower (around 1010–1014 hPa), remains well above critical flood thresholds.
WHEN
Early morning to midday high tides on March 28.
IMPACTS
No property damage is expected; coastal flooding remains unlikely given the relatively high pressure.
NOAA maintains a 0.0% chance of flooding for March 28, and observed wind speeds/directions do not suggest any additive coastal surge. Compared to past Category 3 or higher events, today’s barometric pressures are significantly more stable, keeping the flood potential low.
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.