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 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.
The barometric pressure is forecasted to be slightly below the historical threshold that indicates a higher risk of flooding, which is a critical factor in this region. However, the tide height is not expected to exceed the historical flood event levels significantly. Wind direction from the south does not pose an additional risk for pushing seawater towards the coast. Comparing with the historical event on 12/17/2022, the current conditions suggest a lower risk of severe flooding but warrant monitoring due to the lower barometric pressure.
CATEGORY 4
WHAT Coastal flooding likely but not expected to cause major property damage.
WHEN From 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS Flooding of coastal areas, parks, and roads near the shoreline. Some road closures and minor property damage possible.
The barometric pressure is forecasted to be significantly lower than the threshold, indicating a higher likelihood of severe weather conditions that could lead to flooding. The tide height is also expected to be high, although not reaching the levels seen in historical Category 5 events. Wind direction data is not provided, but given the low barometric pressure and high tide, there is an increased risk of coastal flooding.
CATEGORY 4
WHAT Coastal flooding likely but not expected to cause major property damage.
WHEN From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS Flooding of coastal areas, parks, and roads near the shoreline. Some road closures and minor property damage possible.
Similar to Day 2, the barometric pressure remains low and is paired with high tide levels that are indicative of potential flooding events. The wind direction is not specified, but if winds are from the W/NW as historically impactful, this could exacerbate the situation. The NOAA flood likelihood remains low; however, given the other factors at play, it is prudent to maintain a watchful eye on these conditions.
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 evacuation orders or safety instructions provided by emergency services.