Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2024-08-17

CATEGORY 2

WHAT Minor coastal flooding expected. Possible inundation of up to 1 foot above ground level near shorelines and low-lying areas.

*WHEN From 01:00 AM to 05:00 AM PST.

IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The high tide at 01:18 AM on 2024-08-17 is expected to reach a height of approximately 17.723 feet with a barometric pressure of 1010.2 hPa. This pressure is higher than the critical threshold of 992.8 hPa, reducing the likelihood of significant flooding. Wind speeds are moderate at around 11 mph from the NW, which is not expected to exacerbate flooding conditions significantly. Historical data indicates that similar conditions have resulted in minor flooding events.

Day 2: 2024-08-18

CATEGORY 3

WHAT Moderate coastal flooding expected. Possible inundation of up to 2 feet above ground level near shorelines and low-lying areas.

WHEN From 02:00 AM to 06:00 AM PST.

IMPACTS Moderate flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Some road closures possible.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The high tide at 02:18 AM on 2024-08-18 is expected to reach a height of approximately 18.137 feet with a barometric pressure of 1010.87 hPa. This pressure is still above the critical threshold but lower than the previous day, indicating a slightly higher risk of flooding. Wind speeds are moderate at around 10 mph from the SW, which could contribute to higher water levels along the coast. Historical data suggests that similar conditions have led to moderate flooding events.

Day 3: 2024-08-19

CATEGORY 2

WHAT Minor coastal flooding expected. Possible inundation of up to 1 foot above ground level near shorelines and low-lying areas.

WHEN From 03:00 AM to 07:00 AM PST.

IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The high tide at 03:12 AM on 2024-08-19 is expected to reach a height of approximately 18.504 feet with a barometric pressure of 1015.84 hPa. This pressure is significantly higher than the critical threshold, reducing the likelihood of significant flooding despite the high tide levels. Wind speeds are moderate at around 12 mph from the WSW, which is not expected to exacerbate flooding conditions significantly. Historical data indicates that similar conditions have resulted in minor flooding events.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You 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.