Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding expected. While tides will approach higher levels (near 18 ft) late in the morning, barometric pressure will remain high (above 1029 hPa), and NOAA indicates a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide risk period centered around late morning to early afternoon (roughly 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST).
IMPACTS
No inland flooding concerns anticipated. Normal tidal variations along low-lying areas may occur, but no property damage or significant road impacts are expected.
Historical Category 3 and higher flood events typically involved tide heights exceeding 20 ft in combination with significantly lower barometric pressures (often near or below 1000 hPa). Current high pressure and NOAA’s 0% flood likelihood point to no flooding risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding. Although midday tide levels may reach the upper 17–18 ft range, persistently high atmospheric pressure (around 1036–1037 hPa) makes flooding highly unlikely.
WHEN
Peak tide period near midday (around 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST).
IMPACTS
No noticeable flooding impacts expected. Low-lying coastal roads and properties should not be affected.
Comparisons with historical Category 4 events show those had much higher tidal heights (generally 19–21 ft or more) paired with lower barometric pressure. The forecast tide height and pressure combination for this day remains well below thresholds associated with flood concerns, with NOAA again indicating a 0% chance of flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood risk. Tides could near 18.6 ft at times, but barometric pressure over 1034 hPa keeps coastal flooding potential minimal.
WHEN
Highest tide risk period occurs early morning (around 4:00 AM – 5:00 AM PST) and midday (11:30 AM – 12:30 PM PST).
IMPACTS
No expected impacts to property or roads.
Despite the relatively elevated tidal levels, the very high barometric pressure and NOAA’s continued flood-likelihood reading of 0% for the day confirm minimal flood potential. By comparison, historical Category 3+ events featured both higher water levels and considerably lower barometric pressures.
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.