Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No substantial coastal flooding risk is expected. The forecasted evening high tide (~16 ft) and relatively high barometric pressure (around 1019 hPa) do not suggest flood conditions.
WHEN
Highest water levels around 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST on 2025-01-19.
IMPACTS
No significant flooding is anticipated. Minor ponding could occur in extremely low-lying areas, but coastal inundation is unlikely.
• Barometric pressure is well above historically low values associated with severe floods.
• NOAA indicates a low flood likelihood (0.5%).
• Wind speeds and directions remain moderate and are not expected to exacerbate tidal impacts.
• Historical Category 3 events typically showed higher tidal levels coupled with lower barometric pressure and a higher NOAA flooding likelihood than currently forecast.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No substantial coastal flooding risk is expected. Even though tidal heights in the morning (~19 ft) are relatively high, the barometric pressure remains moderately high (about 1016–1023 hPa), limiting flood potential.
WHEN
Peak high tides near 9:00 AM PST and again around 10:00 PM PST on 2025-01-20.
IMPACTS
No impacts beyond typical high-tide effects. Low-lying coastal roads and walkways could see very minor water intrusion or ponding; no property damage is expected.
• NOAA flood likelihood for this date is only 0.1%.
• Compared with past Category 3 or higher events, the current barometric pressure is much higher, and projected tide levels are below known flooding thresholds.
• Wind directions are not from the west or northwest at significant speeds, reducing onshore surge potential.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No substantial flooding is expected. Although mid-morning tides may approach ~19 ft, the very high barometric pressure (~1026 hPa) further diminishes any flood risk.
WHEN
Higher tidal levels near 9:30 AM PST and 11:30 PM PST on 2025-01-21.
IMPACTS
Minimal coastal impacts with no anticipated inundation of roads or infrastructure.
• NOAA assigns a negligible (0.0%) flood likelihood.
• Pressure is significantly above the critical low values that have historically contributed to flooding.
• Lack of strong onshore winds or notable weather fronts reduces further 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.
• Categories 1-2: No risk of flooding.
• Category 3: Close to a flood event and worth monitoring.
• Category 4: Flooding is likely however, it is uncertain if this will cause major property damage.
• Category 5: Likely to flood and cause property damage.
• Categories 6-7: Extremely high risk of flooding and property damage.