Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
A Category 2 event means no flood risk for Tuesday, driven mainly by moderately high tides and near-normal air pressure. Light onshore wind is not expected to produce any notable surge.
WHEN
Peak water levels may occur early morning around 6:42 AM and again in the late evening near 9:24 PM.
IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.
REASONING
Tide level was the primary contributor, with slightly below but generally normal pressure. Onshore wind was minimal. Historic analog days, such as 2023-01-06 (Cat 3), had higher tidal and wind factors, so today’s conditions remain well below flood thresholds.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
A routine Category 1 day with no flood threat. Tides and pressure remain near average, and no significant wind influence is expected.
WHEN
Water will be at higher levels in the morning around 7:24 AM and again late at night near 10:12 PM.
IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.
REASONING
Moderate tides and stable pressure are keeping conditions below flood levels. Wind influence is negligible. Some analog days reached Category 3, but that required higher water or lower pressure than what is forecast now.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
Again, a Category 1 forecast indicates no risk of flooding on Thursday. The tides are moderate, and pressure is slightly higher than earlier in the week.
WHEN
High water arrives in the morning near 8:06 AM and late at night around 11:06 PM.
IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.
REASONING
Tidal influence is moderate, and pressure remains above any concerning threshold. Wind remains light and does not add significantly to water levels. Although some historical analogs were Category 3, the current factors do not approach that range.
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.