Redondo Beach, WA
Category 1
WHAT Category 1 indicates no flooding risk. Tides will be routine, with near-normal pressure and minimal onshore wind.
WHEN Highest water levels will occur near 12:00 AM and again around 3:30 PM.
IMPACTS - No impact anticipated.
REASONING A moderate tide was the main contributor, with slightly above normal pressure playing a smaller role. Onshore wind is minimal. This is similar to the 2026-02-14 Cat 1 event.
Category 1
WHAT Category 1 indicates no flooding risk. Tides remain within normal range, and other factors do not pose any flood threat.
WHEN Highest water levels around 12:48 AM and near 4:30 PM.
IMPACTS - No impact anticipated.
REASONING A modest tide and near-normal pressure are the key contributors, with minimal onshore wind. The ensemble unanimously supports Category 1. This is similar to the 2021-07-02 Cat 1 event.
Category 2
WHAT Category 2 remains in the no-flooding-risk range. Tides are slightly higher than previous days, but other factors are not intense enough to cause flooding.
WHEN Peak levels are most likely around 1:36 AM and again in late afternoon into early evening, near 5:18 PM.
IMPACTS - No impact anticipated.
REASONING A somewhat higher astronomical tide is the primary factor, with slightly below normal pressure also contributing. Onshore wind remains modest and does not elevate the flood risk beyond Category 2.
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.