Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Minor coastal flooding expected. Possible inundation of up to 0.5 feet above ground level near shorelines and low-lying areas.
*WHEN From 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.
The barometric pressure is forecasted to be 1002.9 hPa during the high tide at 8:06 PM, which is higher than the threshold that has historically led to significant flooding events. However, the tide height is not expected to exceed the critical levels seen in past Category 4 or higher events. Wind direction is not provided but should be monitored if it comes from the W/NW as it can push more water ashore. The NOAA Flood Likelihood for this date is low, with a likelihood percent of 0.0%, which supports the forecast of a Category 3 event where flooding is possible but not expected to cause major property damage.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Coastal water levels are expected to be elevated but with a low likelihood of minor flooding.
WHEN Highest risk near the times of high tide at 8:30 AM and again at 8:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS Elevated water levels may cause minor beach erosion and pooling in low-lying coastal areas but significant flooding is not expected.
Barometric pressure remains relatively high at around 1001.16 hPa during the evening high tide and slightly higher at 1002.31 hPa during the morning high tide, indicating less severe weather conditions and a lower likelihood of an extreme flooding event. The NOAA Flood Likelihood remains low with no expected flood events for this date, aligning with the historical data that suggests a lower risk when pressures are above the critical threshold and no significant rainfall is reported.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Elevated water levels near high tide times with minimal flood risk.
WHEN Highest risk near the times of high tide at 9:42 AM and again at 9:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS Some beach erosion and pooling in low-lying coastal areas may occur, but no significant flooding is anticipated.
The barometric pressure on this day is forecasted to be around 1001.4 hPa during both high tides, which does not reach the historically critical levels for severe flooding events in Redondo Beach, WA. The NOAA Flood Likelihood analysis indicates a low likelihood of flooding for this date as well, further supporting a Category 2 prediction where flooding is unlikely and property damage is not anticipated.
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. Always follow instructions from local authorities during any weather-related emergencies.