Redondo Beach, WA
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 02:00 AM to 04:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.
On September 16, the high tide at 02:18 AM is expected to reach a height of approximately 17.909 feet with a barometric pressure of 1009.32 hPa. This pressure is higher than the critical threshold of 992.8 hPa, reducing the likelihood of severe flooding. The wind direction is from the NE at a speed of 2 mph, which is not significant enough to exacerbate flooding conditions. Historical data indicates that similar conditions have resulted in minor flooding events.
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 05:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.
On September 17, the high tide at 03:18 AM is expected to reach a height of approximately 18.446 feet with a barometric pressure of 1017.94 hPa. This pressure is significantly higher than the critical threshold, indicating a lower risk of severe flooding. The wind direction is from the SSE at a speed of 3 mph, which is not significant enough to exacerbate flooding conditions. Historical data indicates that similar conditions have resulted in minor flooding events.
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 04:00 AM to 06:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS Moderate flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Some road closures possible.
On September 18, the high tide at 04:12 AM is expected to reach a height of approximately 18.83 feet with a barometric pressure of 1013.42 hPa. This pressure is higher than the critical threshold but lower than on previous days, indicating a moderate risk of flooding. The wind direction is from the WSW at a speed of less than 1 mph, which is not significant enough to exacerbate flooding conditions. Historical data indicates that similar conditions have resulted in moderate flooding events.
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 integrates weather observations, tide data, and barometric pressure while comparing with historical events for insights. The categorization reflects the potential flood risk based on the provided data and historical benchmarks. Always consult local authorities or experts for final decision-making in flood-related situations.