Redondo Beach, WA
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 AM to 11:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.
The barometric pressure is significantly higher than the threshold associated with previous flood events, suggesting less severe weather conditions and a lower likelihood of an extreme flooding event. The high tide at 09:30 with a mean pressure MSL of 1021.1599731445312 hPa is well above the threshold that has historically led to flooding, indicating that while water levels may be high, the pressure system's stability reduces the risk of significant flooding. The NOAA Flood Likelihood Analysis indicates a low likelihood of flooding for this date, which aligns with the other data points to suggest a Category 2 risk level.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Coastal conditions similar to Day 1 with minor coastal flooding possible.
WHEN Highest risk near the time of high tide at approximately 10:54 AM PST.
IMPACTS Similar minor impacts as Day 1, with potential for low-lying areas to experience brief inundation.
Continued high barometric pressure readings (mean pressure MSL at high tide is 1026.0400390625 hPa) indicate stable weather conditions and a reduced risk of severe flooding. The NOAA Flood Likelihood Analysis maintains a low likelihood for this date as well. The absence of significant weather disturbances and the distance to the flood threshold support a continued Category 2 risk level.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Increased risk of coastal flooding due to slightly lower barometric pressure and continued high tides.
WHEN Potential for higher impact during high tide times, particularly at 03:12 AM and again around the second high tide at 10:06 PM PST.
IMPACTS Increased potential for minor property damage and more widespread inundation of low-lying areas compared to previous days.
The barometric pressure on this day shows a slight decrease (mean pressure MSL at high tide is 1021.6599731445312 hPa), which may not be as indicative of severe weather as lower pressures observed in historical events but still warrants attention due to its proximity to previous Category 3 thresholds. The NOAA Flood Likelihood Analysis continues to report a low likelihood, but given the slight change in pressure and consistent high tides, there is a slightly elevated risk compared to the previous days, warranting a Category 3 classification.
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.