Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2024-01-13

CATEGORY 3

WHAT Minor coastal flooding expected. Possible inundation of up to 0.5 feet above ground level near shorelines and low-lying areas.

*WHEN From 06:00 AM to 08:00 AM PST.

IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The barometric pressure is significantly higher than the threshold known to cause severe flooding (1018.3400268554688 hPa during high tide). The NOAA Flood Likelihood is high at 18.0%, but the distance to the flood threshold is -0.34m, indicating that the water level is below the flooding threshold. Historical data suggests that the wind direction from the north at low speeds does not significantly contribute to flooding risk in this area.

Day 2: 2024-01-14

CATEGORY 2

WHAT Low risk of coastal flooding.

WHEN No specific time frame for high risk due to low flood potential.

IMPACTS Unlikely to experience any significant impacts. Normal tidal conditions expected.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The barometric pressure is high (1028.3499755859375 hPa during high tide), which correlates with stable weather conditions and a reduced likelihood of flooding. The NOAA Flood Likelihood remains high; however, the pressure readings suggest that the risk is lower than indicated by NOAA's percentage, likely due to other mitigating factors not accounted for in NOAA's model.

Day 3: 2024-01-15

CATEGORY 2

WHAT Low risk of coastal flooding.

WHEN No specific time frame for high risk due to low flood potential.

IMPACTS Unlikely to experience any significant impacts. Normal tidal conditions expected.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

Similar conditions as Day 2 with high barometric pressure (1029.469970703125 hPa during both high tides) indicating stable weather conditions and a low likelihood of flooding. The NOAA Flood Likelihood analysis shows an increased percentage; however, the pressure and tide data do not suggest a significant flood risk when compared to historical events.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Residents and businesses 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. Consult local authorities or experts for final decision-making in flood-related situations and adhere to any advisories or evacuation orders that may be issued.