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 02:00 AM to 03:00 AM PST and from 03:00 PM to 04:00 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 significantly higher than the threshold that has historically indicated severe flooding events. With pressures of 1015.8 hPa and 1019.9 hPa during the high tides, the risk of flooding is lower despite the tide heights being above 16 feet. The NOAA flood likelihood is also low for this date, which supports the lower category prediction.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Minor coastal flooding potential persists with slight inundation possible in vulnerable areas.
WHEN Around high tides at approximately 03:00 AM and 05:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS Similar to Day 1, expect minor nuisance flooding in susceptible coastal and low-lying areas.
Continuing the trend from Day 1, the barometric pressure remains high at around 1020 hPa during the high tide in the early morning and slightly lower at 1016 hPa in the late afternoon. These conditions are not indicative of major flooding events based on historical data comparisons. The NOAA flood likelihood remains low, which aligns with the predicted category.
CATEGORY 4
WHAT Elevated risk of coastal flooding due to a combination of high tide and significantly lower barometric pressure.
WHEN High risk around high tide times at approximately 04:00 AM and again at 06:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS Potential for moderate flooding affecting properties, infrastructure, and roadways in low-lying coastal areas.
On this day, the barometric pressure drops to levels closer to those seen in historical flooding events (1004.6 hPa and 1002.7 hPa). This decrease in pressure, combined with high tide levels above 16 feet, suggests a greater risk of flooding compared to the previous days. The NOAA flood likelihood data is not provided, but given the significant drop in pressure and consistent high tides, a Category 4 prediction is warranted based on historical event comparisons.
Residents 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 regarding flood-related situations.