Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT No risk of flooding expected. Normal tidal conditions prevail.
WHEN No specific time frame; no flood risk anticipated throughout the day.
IMPACTS No flooding impacts expected. All areas remain accessible.
Forecast Reasoning for Day 1:
The barometric pressure during the high tides is significantly high at 1026.13 hPa and 1032.49 hPa, which is much higher than in historical flood events where pressures were at or below 992.8 hPa. This suggests stable weather conditions with a low likelihood of severe weather-related flooding.
Tide Height Evaluation:
The maximum tide height is approximately 19.762 ft at 10:00 AM, which is higher than the Category 3 historical event (17.460 ft) but lower than the Category 4 and 5 events (over 21 ft). However, without low barometric pressure, this tide height alone is unlikely to cause flooding.
Wind Direction and Speed:
Winds are light, coming from the East-Southeast (ESE) at speeds between 1-3 km/h. This wind direction and speed are not significant enough to influence tidal levels or exacerbate flooding conditions.
NOAA High Tide Flooding Likelihood:
Based on the high barometric pressure, moderate tide heights, minimal wind impact, and low NOAA flood likelihood, the flood risk for Day 1 is categorized as Category 2, indicating no risk of flooding.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT No risk of flooding expected. Normal tidal conditions prevail.
WHEN No specific time frame; no flood risk anticipated throughout the day.
IMPACTS No flooding impacts expected. All areas remain accessible.
Forecast Reasoning for Day 2:
The barometric pressure during the high tides is exceptionally high at 1033.27 hPa and 1032.44 hPa, which is well above the thresholds associated with historical flooding events. This indicates very stable atmospheric conditions.
Tide Height Evaluation:
The maximum tide height reaches approximately 19.513 ft at 10:54 AM, which is lower than Day 1 and still below the levels associated with significant flooding in historical events.
Wind Direction and Speed:
Winds are light to moderate, varying in direction but not exceeding speeds that would have a substantial impact on tide levels or flooding potential.
NOAA High Tide Flooding Likelihood:
Given the very high barometric pressure, lower tide heights, and low NOAA flood likelihood, the flood risk for Day 2 is categorized as Category 1, confirming no risk of flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT No risk of flooding expected. Normal tidal conditions prevail.
WHEN No specific time frame; no flood risk anticipated throughout the day.
IMPACTS No flooding impacts expected. All areas remain accessible.
Forecast Reasoning for Day 3:
The barometric pressure is high at 1027.18 hPa and 1028.04 hPa during the high tides, significantly above the critical threshold of 992.8 hPa observed in past flooding events.
Tide Height Evaluation:
The maximum tide height is approximately 19.333 ft at 11:36 AM, which is consistent with moderate tidal conditions and below the 21 ft level associated with historical Category 4 and 5 flood events.
Wind Direction and Speed:
Winds remain light to moderate without significant influence on tidal conditions. No strong winds from the W/NW are present to exacerbate potential flooding.
NOAA High Tide Flooding Likelihood:
Considering the high barometric pressure, moderate tide heights, and low NOAA flood likelihood, the flood risk for Day 3 is categorized as Category 2, indicating no risk of flooding.
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.