Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Despite moderately high tidal levels reaching roughly 18.8–19.0 ft, barometric pressure remains well above the critical low threshold (around 992.8 hPa). NOAA’s current flood likelihood for this date is 0.0%, indicating no coastal flooding concerns.
WHEN
Highest tides occur around 02:36 AM and 02:36 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No coastal flooding impacts anticipated. Roads, beach areas, and low-lying properties should remain unaffected.
• Barometric pressure near 1012–1013 hPa is not significantly low and does not align with conditions that typically produce flooding in this region.
• Compared with historical Category 3 and 4 events (which generally featured lower pressures near or below 1006 hPa and tide heights above 20 ft), today’s levels are insufficient to trigger flood concerns.
• NOAA CO-OPS analysis confirms a 0.0% flood likelihood, further supporting no flood threat.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Tide heights could slightly exceed 19.0 ft, but the barometric pressures (around 1010–1007 hPa) remain well above the historically low pressure levels associated with significant flooding. NOAA indicates a 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tides occur around 03:00 AM and 03:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No substantial impacts are anticipated for beachfront or low-lying areas. Standard caution is advised, but no flooding issues are forecast at this time.
• Even though the barometric pressure dips slightly lower in the afternoon, it does not approach historically critical lows (~992.8 hPa).
• Tide heights remain below the 21-ft threshold often observed in more serious flood events.
• Historical events with Category 3 or higher typically had both significantly higher tides and a confirmed NOAA flood likelihood (e.g., >8%). This day’s likelihood remains 0.0%.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Tide peaks may approach 19.2–19.3 ft, but barometric pressure stays in the 1013–1014 hPa range—far from the notably low levels required to substantially increase flood risk. NOAA continues to report a 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tides occur around 03:24 AM and 04:24 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No disruption to property or transportation routes is anticipated. Low-lying areas are expected to remain dry.
• Pressures above 1000 hPa, paired with tides below 21 ft, have historically resulted in no coastal flooding.
• Previous Category 4 and 5 events exceeded 20 ft in tide height alongside notably lower pressure, which is not the case here.
• NOAA’s forecasted “Low” flood likelihood is consistent with the absence of other risk factors (e.g., strong onshore winds, significantly reduced barometric pressure).
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.