Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

DayInfo1: Day 1: 2025-01-14

CATEGORY 3

WHAT Minor coastal flooding possible. Tide levels are expected to reach up to 20.577 ft, which is significant; however, high barometric pressure reduces the likelihood of severe flooding.

WHEN From 5:30 AM to 7:30 AM PST, with the highest tide at 6:18 AM.

IMPACTS Possible minor flooding in low-lying areas, parks, and roads near shorelines. Isolated instances of water over roadways may occur.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

• Barometric Pressure: High at approximately 1035 hPa, indicating stable weather conditions and reducing severe weather risk compared to past events.
• Tide Height: Tide levels reaching 20.577 ft, comparable to historical Category 3 events but with mitigating factors present.
• Wind: Low wind speeds ranging from 0 to 5 km/h, with wind direction not significantly impacting tidal conditions.
• NOAA Flood Likelihood: High flood likelihood indicated by NOAA at 8.2%, similar to previous Category 3 events, but high pressure suggests less impact.
• Historical Comparison: While the tide height is similar to previous Category 3 events, the higher barometric pressure reduces the overall risk, aligning with a Category 3 classification.

DayInfo2: Day 2: 2025-01-15

CATEGORY 4

WHAT Moderate coastal flooding is likely. Elevated tide levels up to 20.501 ft, combined with lower barometric pressure, increase the risk of flooding.

WHEN From 5:30 AM to 7:30 AM PST, with the highest tide at 6:54 AM.

IMPACTS Flooding of low-lying areas, parks, and roads near shorelines is expected. Minor property damage is possible; residents in waterfront areas should take precautions.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

• Barometric Pressure: Lower at approximately 1014 hPa, suggesting more severe weather conditions compared to Day 1.
• Tide Height: High tide reaching 20.501 ft, aligning with historical Category 4 events.
• Wind: Wind speeds remain low at 3 km/h, with minimal impact expected from wind direction.
• NOAA Flood Likelihood: High flood likelihood indicated by NOAA at 7.2%, supporting the increased risk assessment.
• Historical Comparison: Conditions are similar to past Category 4 events, such as on 12/18/2024, when comparable tide heights and barometric pressures resulted in moderate flooding without major property damage.

DayInfo3: Day 3: 2025-01-16

CATEGORY 2

WHAT No significant coastal flooding expected. Tide levels are lower compared to previous days, and weather conditions are stable.

WHEN High tide occurs at 7:18 AM, but no flooding impacts are anticipated.

IMPACTS No substantial flooding expected. Normal tidal conditions are anticipated with no significant effects on coastal areas.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

• Barometric Pressure: Higher at approximately 1022 hPa, indicating stable atmospheric conditions.
• Tide Height: High tide expected at 20.390 ft, lower than previous days and below thresholds associated with flooding events.
• Wind: Low wind speeds with no notable impact on tidal conditions.
• NOAA Flood Likelihood: Low flood likelihood indicated by NOAA at 4.2%, further reducing concerns.
• Historical Comparison: Conditions are less severe than past flood events. The higher barometric pressure and lower tide heights align with Category 2, indicating no substantial flood risk.

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.