Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Close to a flood event; monitoring is advised. Minor coastal flooding is possible near shorelines and low-lying areas.
WHEN
From 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS
Minor flooding of very low-lying areas may occur. No significant property damage is expected.
During the high tide on 2024-10-10 at 11:30 AM, the tide height is forecasted to reach 18.139 feet. The barometric pressure at this time is 1009.85 hPa, which is higher than pressures observed in historical Category 4 and 5 events (e.g., 1002 hPa on 11/15/2021). Wind speeds are moderate at around 12 km/h from the North (wind direction 9 degrees), which does not significantly contribute to flooding risk. NOAA's flood likelihood is low, with a 0.0% likelihood and a distance to threshold of -3.06 meters. Comparing these conditions to the historical Category 3 event on 12/27/2023, which had a tide height of 17.460 feet and a similar barometric pressure, suggests that today's conditions align with a Category 3 event. While close to a flood event, significant flooding and property damage are unlikely.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding expected. Normal coastal conditions anticipated.
WHEN
Throughout the day.
IMPACTS
No significant impacts expected.
On 2024-10-11 at 12:42 PM, the high tide is forecasted to reach 18.477 feet with a barometric pressure of 1019.49 hPa. This pressure is significantly higher than in any historical severe flood events, indicating stable atmospheric conditions. Wind speeds are low, around 4 km/h from the North-Northeast (wind direction 12 degrees), minimizing any additional tidal impact. NOAA's flood likelihood remains low, with a 0.0% likelihood and a distance to threshold of -2.83 meters. Given the higher barometric pressure and moderate tide height, conditions do not suggest a flood risk. Compared to historical data, these factors align with a Category 2 classification, indicating no substantial flood risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding expected. Normal coastal conditions anticipated.
WHEN
Throughout the day.
IMPACTS
No significant impacts expected.
The high tide on 2024-10-12 at 1:30 PM is expected to reach 18.666 feet, with a barometric pressure of 1020.05 hPa. This high-pressure system suggests stable conditions with a low likelihood of severe weather. Wind speeds are minimal, around 2 km/h shifting from South-Southwest to West (wind direction from 208 to 276 degrees), which is too light to influence tidal effects significantly. NOAA's flood likelihood remains at 0.0%, with a distance to threshold of -2.56 meters. Comparing these conditions with historical events, the tide height is below the levels associated with flooding, and the high barometric pressure further reduces risk. Therefore, Day 3 is classified as Category 2, indicating no substantial flood risk.
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.