Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2025-01-13

CATEGORY 3

WHAT Minor coastal flooding possible. Possible inundation of low-lying areas near shorelines.

WHEN From 5:00 AM to 7:00 AM PST.

IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Significant property damage is unlikely.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

A high tide is expected at 5:48 AM with a tide height of approximately 20.142 ft. The barometric pressure during this time is relatively high at 1019.25 hPa, which is significantly higher than pressures observed during historical severe flood events. Wind speeds are low, around 4 km/h from the NNW, which does not significantly contribute to flooding risk. NOAA's flood likelihood is 7.7%, which is lower than the 11.3% observed in the historical Category 3 event on 01/06/2025. Compared to past events, the combination of high barometric pressure and moderate tide heights suggests a Category 3 flood potential, indicating that while minor flooding is possible, significant impacts are unlikely.

Day 2: 2025-01-14

CATEGORY 3

WHAT Minor coastal flooding possible. Possible inundation of low-lying areas near shorelines.

WHEN From 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PST.

IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Significant property damage is unlikely.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

A high tide is expected at 6:00 AM with a tide height of approximately 20.552 ft. The barometric pressure is high at 1026.37 hPa, indicating stable atmospheric conditions not conducive to severe weather events. Wind speeds are minimal, with gentle breezes from various directions, reducing the impact on potential flooding. NOAA's flood likelihood is 8.2%, slightly higher than the previous day but still lower than historical events associated with significant flooding. When compared to past Category 3 events, the current conditions align closely, supporting a Category 3 classification. The high pressure and minimal winds suggest that any flooding will be minor.

Day 3: 2025-01-15

CATEGORY 3

WHAT Minor coastal flooding possible. Possible inundation of low-lying areas near shorelines.

WHEN From 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM PST.

IMPACTS Minor flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads. Significant property damage is unlikely.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

A high tide is expected at 6:54 AM with a tide height of approximately 20.502 ft. The barometric pressure is 1017.89 hPa, slightly lower than the previous days but still higher than pressures associated with historical severe flood events. Wind speeds remain low, around 4 km/h from the NNE, which does not significantly affect flooding risk. NOAA's flood likelihood is 7.2%, the lowest among the three days, indicating a reduced risk of significant flooding. Comparing these conditions with historical data, the flood potential remains at Category 3. The combination of moderate tide heights and relatively high barometric pressure suggests that significant flooding is unlikely.

PA: 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.