Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Minor coastal flooding expected. Possible inundation of up to 1 foot above ground level near shorelines and low-lying areas.
*WHEN From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.
The barometric pressure readings for the high tides on this day are above the critical threshold of 992.8 hPa, which suggests that while the tide levels are high, the risk of significant flooding is mitigated by the relatively higher pressure. The highest tide level is at 18.660 feet at 18:06 with a pressure of 997.3499755859375 hPa, which is lower than the Category 4 and 5 historical events but higher than Category 3. The wind direction is not provided, but given the pressure and tide data, a Category 3 flood event is forecasted.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Coastal water levels are elevated but not expected to cause flooding.
WHEN Highest risk period is around the high tide at 4:36 AM and 1:48 PM PST.
IMPACTS No significant impacts expected. Some pooling of water in low-lying areas may occur.
On this day, both high tides occur at times when the barometric pressure is significantly higher than the threshold associated with flooding events. The morning high tide reaches a level of 18.396 feet at a pressure of 999.489990234375 hPa, and the afternoon high tide reaches a level of 18.577 feet at a pressure of 1003.4400024414062 hPa. These conditions are not indicative of major flood risks, especially when compared to historical data.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Elevated water levels near high tide times, with no flooding expected.
WHEN Highest risk period is around the high tide at 5:00 AM and 7:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS No significant impacts anticipated. Watch for minor pooling in typically prone areas.
The barometric pressures during both high tides on this day are well above the threshold that indicates a risk for flooding, with readings of 1006.6799926757812 hPa in the morning and 1006.3499755859375 hPa in the evening. The tide levels reach a maximum of 18.199 feet in the morning and do not approach the historical flood event thresholds.
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.