Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected. Tides will peak early in the morning and again in the late afternoon, but barometric pressure remains above critical levels, and NOAA’s flood likelihood is 0%.
WHEN
Main high tides around 03:24 AM and 04:00 PM, local time.
IMPACTS
• Minimal to no flooding in low-lying coastal areas.
• No property damage expected.
The highest tide on April 16 is approximately 19.3 ft, occurring near 03:24 AM with a barometric pressure of around 1011.44 hPa. Although this tide is relatively high, the pressure is not low enough to raise flooding concerns when compared to historical flood events. NOAA data also indicates a 0.0% flood likelihood for this date.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Close to a flood event and worth monitoring, but unlikely to cause any significant damage. The early morning tide coincides with moderately lower barometric pressure, which requires attention, especially for very low-lying areas.
WHEN
Highest risk around 03:54 AM when tide nears 19.5 ft and barometric pressure dips to about 1003.08 hPa.
IMPACTS
• Minor inundation possible in extremely low-lying coastal spots.
• No widespread or severe property damage anticipated.
The tide at 03:54 AM on April 17 is relatively high, and the barometric pressure of about 1003.08 hPa is noticeably lower than on the other days. However, it remains well above the historically critical 992.8 hPa threshold, and NOAA’s flood likelihood remains at 0.0%. Compared with past Category 4 and 5 flood events that featured both higher tide heights (>20 ft) and notably lower pressure, this scenario is less severe. Nonetheless, local agencies and waterfront property owners should keep watch, given the tide’s height and the moderate drop in pressure.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected despite another fairly high tide. Barometric pressures will generally be higher than the previous day, and NOAA projects low flood likelihood.
WHEN
Primary peaks near 04:24 AM and again in the early evening (around 18:12).
IMPACTS
• Little to no coastal flooding.
• No threat to property or roadways.
While tide heights could exceed 19.5 ft at times, the barometric pressure (ranging around 1014–1016 hPa) is high enough to keep flood risk low. NOAA’s evaluation for April 18 again shows 0.0% likelihood of flooding, further reducing concerns compared to historical Category 3 or 4 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 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.