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Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

DayInfo1: Day 1: October 19, 2024

CATEGORY 1

WHAT No risk of flooding expected.

WHEN Not applicable.

IMPACTS No flooding impacts anticipated.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

On October 19, 2024, barometric pressure is significantly high at approximately 1035.47 hPa during the high tides at 1:48 AM and 6:18 AM. This pressure is much higher than the pressures observed during historical flood events, which were at or below 1002 hPa. The tide heights reach up to 19.828 ft at 6:18 AM, which is below the 21 ft threshold associated with increased flood risk. Wind speeds are moderate, and wind directions are not expected to exacerbate any flooding conditions. NOAA's Flood Likelihood for this day is low at 0%, indicating minimal risk. Comparing these conditions with past events categorized as Category 1, the risk of flooding remains minimal.

DayInfo2: Day 2: October 20, 2024

CATEGORY 1

WHAT No risk of flooding expected.

WHEN Not applicable.

IMPACTS No flooding impacts anticipated.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

On October 20, 2024, the barometric pressure decreases but remains above critical thresholds, with readings at 1019.10 hPa during the morning high tide at 7:18 AM and 1008.27 hPa during the evening high tide at 5:48 PM. These pressures are still higher than those during historical flood events. Tide heights are not expected to exceed 20 ft, remaining below the 21 ft threshold for increased flood risk. Wind speeds range from 6 to 27 km/h, with directions primarily from the south, which do not significantly contribute to flooding risk. NOAA's Flood Likelihood remains low at 0%. Compared to historical Category 1 events, the conditions suggest minimal flooding risk.

DayInfo3: Day 3: October 21, 2024

CATEGORY 1

WHAT No risk of flooding expected.

WHEN Not applicable.

IMPACTS No flooding impacts anticipated.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

On October 21, 2024, the barometric pressure is forecasted at 1005.89 hPa during both high tides at 8:24 AM and 6:30 PM. While the pressure is lower than the previous days, it remains above the critical threshold of 1002 hPa associated with higher flood risk. Tide heights are expected to stay below 21 ft. Wind speeds are mild, and directions do not align with those in historical flooding events. NOAA's Flood Likelihood continues to be low at 0%. Given these conditions and comparing them to past events, the flood risk remains minimal and is categorized as Category 1.

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.