Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected on April 5. Tides are elevated (peaking around 18.6 ft), but barometric pressure remains relatively high (around 1012 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood is 0%.
WHEN
Highest tide levels around the early morning (00:00) and late evening (near 23:54) on April 5, but no flooding impacts are anticipated during these times.
IMPACTS
No apparent flooding impacts. Normal tidal variations should be expected, but no low-lying areas are projected to flood under these conditions.
• Compared to historical events with similar or slightly lower tide heights (e.g., the 12/27/2023 Category 3 event), the barometric pressure now is significantly higher, which reduces the likelihood of flooding.
• NOAA’s flood threshold analysis further supports a very low risk of coastal inundation for April 5.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected on April 6. Although a tide near 18.8 ft occurs in the early morning hours, the air pressure is expected to remain above 1008 hPa and NOAA’s flood likelihood remains 0%.
WHEN
Highest tides occur around 01:12 and again later in the morning around 11:06 on April 6.
IMPACTS
No anticipated flooding or significant impacts. Minor rises along the shoreline will occur naturally with high tide but are not projected to inundate nearby roads or structures.
• Historical Category 3 or higher events typically involve notably lower barometric pressure (often < 1006 hPa) and/or higher tide levels above 20 ft. These conditions do not align with April 6 forecasts.
• Winds remain relatively light (generally under 10 mph); thus, onshore wind-driven flooding is unlikely.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected on April 7. Early morning high tide may approach 19 ft, but pressure is expected to be around 1008–1009 hPa, which is well above the more concerning threshold near 992 hPa. NOAA’s analysis again shows 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide early on April 7 (around 02:06) and another midday high tide (about 12:42), but both occur under relatively stable, higher-pressure conditions.
IMPACTS
No observed risk of flooding impacts. Shorelines and low-lying areas should remain clear of inundation.
• In past Category 4 or 5 historical events, tides exceeded 20 ft and air pressure often dropped below 1002 hPa. Present data shows neither condition met.
• Wind direction from the S or SSE, with speeds up to 15 mph at times, does not match the stronger W/NW onshore gusts typically associated with larger storm surges here.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for any significant changes in weather or tidal conditions. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action if flooding develops unexpectedly.
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.