Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2024-08-30

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 04:00 AM PST.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The high tide at 01:00 AM on 2024-08-30 is expected to reach a height of approximately 17.242 feet with a barometric pressure of 1004.91 hPa. This pressure is higher than the critical threshold of 992.8 hPa, reducing the likelihood of severe flooding. The weather conditions are clear with no precipitation expected, and wind speeds are relatively low at around 2 mph from the NNW direction.

Day 2: 2024-08-31

CATEGORY 3

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

WHEN From 02:00 AM to 05:00 AM PST.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

The high tide at 02:06 AM on 2024-08-31 is expected to reach a height of approximately 17.321 feet with a barometric pressure of 1008.84 hPa. This pressure is still above the critical threshold but lower than the previous day, indicating a slightly higher risk of flooding. The weather remains clear with no precipitation expected, and wind speeds are around 5 mph from the NNE direction.

Day 3: 2024-09-01

CATEGORY 3

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

WHEN From 03:00 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 03:00 AM on 2024-09-01 is expected to reach a height of approximately 17.465 feet with a barometric pressure of 1007.55 hPa. This pressure is above the critical threshold but lower than the previous days, indicating a consistent moderate risk of flooding. The weather remains clear with no precipitation expected, and wind speeds are around 4 mph from the N direction.

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.


This analysis indicates that while there is some risk of minor to moderate coastal flooding over the next three days, the barometric pressures are not low enough to suggest severe flooding events similar to historical Category 4 or higher events. However, it is important to stay informed and prepared for any changes in weather conditions that may increase flood risks.