Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT... Moderate flood potential due to combination of overcast weather and high tides.
WHEN... Throughout the early morning hours with high tide peaking, increasing the risk of coastal flooding.
The weather data indicates overcast conditions with no significant precipitation, but the tide data shows a gradual increase with values peaking around 19.224 feet at 08:00. While there is no heavy rainfall forecasted, the high tide is close to the historical threshold observed during previous flood events. Barometric pressure is relatively high, mitigating but not eliminating the risk.
CATEGORY 4
WHAT... High flood potential due to expected light drizzle and very high tides.
WHEN... Risk intensifying in the late morning to afternoon as the tide reaches its peak.
Weather conditions include light drizzle throughout the day with the highest tide prediction at 19.770 feet at 09:00, which exceeds the historical flood event reference. Given the forecasted persistent drizzle combined with such high tides, this aligns closely with a Category 5 event; however, barometric pressure is not as low as in the previous reference event, slightly reducing the overall risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT... Lower risk of flooding despite rain due to lower predicted tides and higher barometric pressure.
WHEN... Rain throughout the day may contribute to localized heavy runoff, with risks being highest during times of peak tides.
Although light rain is expected throughout the day which usually contributes to higher flood risk, predicted tide heights do not reach levels of major concern (maxing out around 19.395 feet at 10:30). Additionally, barometric pressure readings are higher than during the historical flood event, suggesting a lower probability of severe flooding occurring.
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. Always confirm with local authorities for emergency planning and never rely solely on one source of data for making decisions regarding safety.