Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT No risk of flooding expected. Normal tidal and weather conditions anticipated.
WHEN Throughout the day on December 30, 2024.
IMPACTS No significant impacts expected.
On December 30, 2024, the highest tide is expected at 3:06 PM with a tide height of approximately 18.421 feet. This tide height is below the threshold associated with historical flooding events in the area. The barometric pressure is relatively high at 1019.14 hPa, which is significantly above the pressures recorded during past flood events (e.g., 992.8 hPa during Category 4 events). Wind speeds are low, around 8 mph, coming from the south (201 degrees), and are not expected to contribute to flooding conditions. NOAA's flood likelihood is low at 1.1%, indicating minimal risk. Comparing these conditions to historical data, there is no substantial risk of flooding. Therefore, the flood potential is categorized as Category 2, representing normal conditions with no flood risk.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Conditions are close to a flood event and worth monitoring, but significant flooding is unlikely.
WHEN Early morning on December 31, 2024, around 6:30 AM.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas is possible, but major property damage is not expected.
On December 31, 2024, the highest tide is anticipated at 6:30 AM with a tide height of approximately 20.245 feet. This is higher than the tide on Day 1 but still below the 21-foot threshold commonly associated with increased flood risk. The barometric pressure at this time is 1013.86 hPa, still considerably higher than pressures observed during historical severe flooding events. Wind speeds are minimal, around 1 mph from the south (187 degrees), and are unlikely to influence flooding conditions. NOAA's flood likelihood remains low at 2.0%. While the tide height approaches levels seen in past Category 3 events, the combination of high barometric pressure and low wind speeds suggests that significant flooding is unlikely. Therefore, the flood potential is categorized as Category 3, indicating conditions worth monitoring.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Conditions are close to a flood event and worth monitoring, but significant flooding is unlikely.
WHEN Early morning on January 1, 2025, around 6:54 AM.
IMPACTS Possible minor flooding in low-lying areas, but significant impacts are not expected.
On January 1, 2025, the highest tide is forecasted at 6:54 AM with a tide height of approximately 20.399 feet. This is slightly higher than the previous day's tide but still below the critical 21-foot threshold. The barometric pressure is high at 1021.52 hPa, indicating stable atmospheric conditions and reducing the likelihood of severe weather-related flooding. Wind speeds are moderate, around 5 mph from the south-southeast (169 degrees), which does not significantly contribute to flooding risk. NOAA's flood likelihood is reported as high at 5.0%, but this percentage is still relatively low and primarily based on tidal predictions without accounting for the high barometric pressure. Comparing these conditions with historical events, the absence of low barometric pressure and significant wind suggests that major flooding is unlikely. Therefore, the flood potential remains at Category 3, and conditions should be monitored.
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.