Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
While conditions will be close to flood thresholds during the morning high tide (around 07:12 PST), flooding is unlikely to cause damage. Levels will briefly reach near 20.7 ft, and NOAA’s likelihood is moderate (7.4%), but barometric pressure is relatively high (around 1026 hPa).
WHEN
Highest concern is near the morning high tide, from roughly 06:30 AM to 08:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS
• Minor inundation possible in low-lying areas, but no major damage is expected.
• Localized ponding or minor road impacts could occur briefly.
Barometric pressure remains higher than in past Category 4 events, reducing severe flood risk. Although the tide height is comparable to historical moderately high water levels, wind speeds and directions are not as intense as in stronger past storms. NOAA projects a moderate likelihood of coastal flooding, but overall conditions align most closely with a Category 3 historical precedent.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Another day of elevated tides (near 20.75 ft) occurs in the morning (about 07:42 PST), with NOAA flood likelihood at about 9.6%. Barometric pressure remains elevated (around 1025–1026 hPa), mitigating a larger flood threat.
WHEN
Greatest water levels occur between about 07:00 AM and 09:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS
• Minor coastal flooding in spots prone to tidal overflow.
• Minimal property impacts expected; watch for short-term road ponding.
Even though the tide will be slightly higher than Day 1, historical comparisons suggest that the continued high pressure and moderate wind speeds keep flooding risk at Category 3. Past Category 4 events had notably lower pressures or higher wind speeds than anticipated for this day.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Morning high tide reaches about 20.65–20.70 ft (around 08:12 PST) with NOAA indicating a 7.9% flood likelihood. Barometric pressure remains in the 1026–1027 hPa range, again reducing the potential severity.
WHEN
Peak tide conditions from about 07:30 AM to 09:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS
• Minor nuisance flooding possible along the immediate shoreline and very low-lying spots.
• No widespread or significant property damage is anticipated.
Even though tides are notably high, pressure is significantly higher than during recorded Category 4 or 5 flood events. Conditions are therefore most consistent with a Category 3 event, indicating the need for monitoring but not forecasting substantial damage.
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.