Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2024-09-07

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 07:00 AM to 08:00 AM PST and from 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM PST.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

On September 7th, the high tide at 07:24 AM is expected to reach a height of approximately 17.441 feet with a barometric pressure of 1005.23 hPa. The evening high tide at 07:00 PM will reach around 18.436 feet with a barometric pressure of 1010.88 hPa. These conditions are similar to the Category 2 event on March 2, 2024, where the tide height was lower but the barometric pressure was also higher. Wind speeds are relatively low, ranging from 3 to 8 mph, which reduces the risk of significant flooding.

Day 2: 2024-09-08

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 04:00 AM PST and from 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM PST.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

On September 8th, the high tide at 03:00 AM is expected to reach a height of approximately 11.393 feet with a barometric pressure of 1009.74 hPa. The evening high tide at 07:24 PM will reach around 18.066 feet with a barometric pressure of 1006.34 hPa. These conditions are similar to the Category 3 event on December 27, 2023, where the tide height was slightly higher but the barometric pressure was also higher. Wind speeds are relatively low, ranging from 2 to 10 mph, which reduces the risk of significant flooding.

Day 3: 2024-09-09

CATEGORY 5

WHAT Significant coastal flooding expected. Possible inundation of up to 3 feet above ground level near shorelines and low-lying areas.

WHEN From 08:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST and from 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM PST.

IMPACTS Significant flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Road closures likely. Property damage possible in vulnerable areas.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

On September 9th, the high tide at 09:18 AM is expected to reach a height of approximately 17.219 feet with a barometric pressure of around or below the critical threshold of ~997.84 hPa. The evening high tide at 07:48 PM will reach around the same height with similar barometric pressure conditions. These conditions are similar to the Category 5 event on December 27, 2022, where both tide height and barometric pressure were critical factors leading to significant flooding and property damage.

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 is based on provided data and historical comparisons. For final decision-making in flood-related situations, always consult local authorities or experts for comprehensive guidance.