Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Close to a flood event and worth monitoring, but unlikely to cause flood damage.
WHEN From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Isolated road closures possible.
Barometric Pressure: The barometric pressure is 1020.37 hPa at the time of the high tide, which is significantly higher than the low pressures associated with severe flood events (below 992.8 hPa). This suggests stable atmospheric conditions.
Tide Height: The tide height peaks at approximately 20.685 ft around 9:42 AM, which is comparable to the historical Category 3 event on 01/06/2025 (20.68 ft). This height indicates a notable but not extreme tidal surge.
Wind Direction and Speed: Winds are from the NNE at about 9 mph. This is similar to the wind conditions during the historical Category 3 event, suggesting minimal additional impact from wind-driven water levels.
NOAA High Tide Flooding Likelihood: NOAA indicates a high flood likelihood with a percentage of 11.3% and a distance to threshold of -0.53 m. This matches the historical Category 3 event, reinforcing the need for monitoring.
Based on these factors, while flooding is close to a potential event, it is unlikely to cause significant flood damage. Residents should stay informed but need not take immediate action.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Close to a flood event and worth monitoring, but unlikely to cause flood damage.
WHEN From 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM PST.
IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas possible.
Barometric Pressure: The pressure is higher at 1025.0 hPa during the high tide at 10:18 AM, indicating very stable weather conditions and reducing the risk of severe flooding.
Tide Height: The peak tide height is around 20.534 ft, slightly lower than Day 1 and below historical Category 4 events. This suggests a similar or slightly reduced risk compared to Day 1.
Wind Direction and Speed: Wind speeds are very low, ranging from 1 to 4 mph and coming from the NNE. These calm wind conditions are less likely to contribute to elevated water levels.
NOAA High Tide Flooding Likelihood: NOAA reports a high flood likelihood at 6.8%, with a distance to threshold of -0.67 m. This is lower than Day 1, indicating a decreased but still notable risk that warrants monitoring.
Considering these details, Day 2 remains a Category 3 event. Although the risk is slightly less than Day 1, minor flooding in vulnerable areas is still possible. Continued vigilance is advised.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT No risk of flooding expected.
WHEN No significant high-risk period.
IMPACTS No significant impacts anticipated.
Barometric Pressure: At 11:00 AM, the barometric pressure is approximately 1026.97 hPa, the highest among the three days, indicating very stable atmospheric conditions.
Tide Height: The maximum tide height reaches about 20.292 ft, which is lower than the previous two days and well below levels associated with historical flooding events.
Wind Direction and Speed: Winds are gentle, between 4 to 7 mph, coming from the NNE. Such light winds are unlikely to have any significant effect on tide levels or contribute to flooding.
NOAA High Tide Flooding Likelihood: NOAA's flood likelihood is low at 3.4%, with a distance to threshold of -0.87 m. This indicates a minimal chance of flooding occurring.
Given these conditions, there is no expected risk of flooding on Day 3. The day is categorized as Category 2, reflecting the absence of flood threats. Normal activities can proceed without concern for flood-related issues.
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.