Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2024-02-01

CATEGORY 2

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

*WHEN From 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM 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 associated with past flooding events, suggesting less severe weather conditions. The high tide at 21:54 with a mean pressure MSL of 1036.969970703125 hPa is not coinciding with low pressure, which reduces the likelihood of significant flooding. The NOAA Flood Likelihood Analysis indicates a low likelihood of flooding for this date, with a flood threshold distance of -1.68m, which supports the forecast of only minor coastal flooding.

Day 2: 2024-02-02

CATEGORY 1

WHAT No significant coastal flooding expected.

WHEN Throughout the day.

IMPACTS No notable impacts anticipated due to high tides or weather conditions.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The barometric pressure remains high during the high tides, with readings well above the threshold that typically indicates severe weather conditions that could lead to flooding. The NOAA Flood Likelihood Analysis continues to show a low likelihood of flooding, with a significant distance to the flood threshold. The weather data does not suggest any significant deviations from normal conditions that would elevate the risk of flooding.

Day 3: 2024-02-03

CATEGORY 2

WHAT Minor coastal flooding possible due to high tides.

WHEN Highest risk near the times of high tide at 09:54 AM and again at approximately 04:12 PM PST.

IMPACTS Potential for minor overflow in very low-lying areas and near the shoreline. Some nuisance standing water may occur in parking lots and roadways close to the beach.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The barometric pressure on this day is somewhat lower than on previous days but still higher than historical flood event thresholds. The NOAA Flood Likelihood Analysis shows a low likelihood of flooding, with no expected exceedance of the flood threshold. However, given that there are two high tides on this day with corresponding pressures that are lower than on Day 2, there is a slightly increased risk for minor coastal flooding compared to Day 2.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Residents and visitors 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.