Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Minor coastal flooding is not expected. Conditions indicate no substantial flood risk, although sea levels may be higher than usual due to tides.
WHEN From 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS No significant impacts are forecasted. Routine coastal conditions are anticipated with no flood-related disruptions.
On 2024-12-19, tide height is high at 20.351 ft, which aligns closely with past events categorized at lower risk levels due to the high barometric pressure of around 1028.7 hPa. Historically, flood events require significant tides under 21 ft combined with low pressure, neither of which is expected today. NOAA's flood likelihood is low, further supporting a Category 2 assessment.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Conditions remain stable with no risk of significant flooding.
WHEN From 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM PST.
IMPACTS Routine coastal activities expected. No flooding impacts foreseen.
On 2024-12-20, the highest tide reaches 20.11 ft, accompanied by a high barometric pressure of 1027.4 hPa. This combination suggests lower concern for flooding as historical data associates flooding with pressure below the regional threshold. NOAA's analysis confirms minimal risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Similar to preceding days, flooding is not anticipated despite higher tides. Conditions remain stable.
WHEN From 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS No expected disruptions or closures related to coastal flooding.
On 2024-12-21, the tide levels at their peak do not exceed the danger threshold and are paired with barometric pressures well above historically significant pressure points. Wind directions are not contributory to flooding conditions based on past patterns. NOAA indicates continued low 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.
In summary, across all three days, we find that while tides are high, the prevailing high barometric pressures, along with NOAA's low likelihood of flooding, result in a consistent Category 2 classification with negligible flood risk.