Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Minor coastal flooding is not expected to cause significant damage, but conditions are near thresholds where minor spillovers into low-lying areas may occur. Highest tides around 19 ft coincide with moderately low barometric pressure (999–1001 hPa).
WHEN
Highest risk near the early morning tide (around 03:18) and the afternoon high tide (around 15:00).
IMPACTS
• Minor ponding or brief overtopping in low-lying and shoreline areas is possible.
• No substantial property damage is expected, but vehicles parked in immediate waterfront locations could encounter shallow water.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood is reported as low (0%).
• Although barometric pressure dips below 1000 hPa, it is still notably higher than in past severe flood events that reached Category 4 or 5.
• Winds remain relatively light (generally under 10 mph), reducing additional push of water toward the shore.
• Historical comparison: Tides around 19 ft with moderate barometric pressure have produced close-call (Category 3) events, but typically have not resulted in high-impact flooding.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Conditions remain similar to Day 1, with high tides near 19 ft and barometric pressure near 999–1003 hPa. Minor overwash of extremely low-lying spots is possible but widespread flooding is unlikely.
WHEN
Peak risk around the early morning tide (about 03:36) and mid-afternoon tide (near 15:48).
IMPACTS
• Brief, localized flooding in the most susceptible shoreline areas.
• No major property damage anticipated; minimal impact on travel expected.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood again indicates 0%, suggesting minimal overall flood risk.
• Tidally driven impacts are slightly lower than or comparable to Day 1, with similar wind conditions.
• Historically, tides under ~20 ft with barometric pressures around 999–1003 hPa have often elevated concern but have not escalated to moderate or major flooding.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides peak around 18–19 ft. Barometric pressure remains moderately low (near 999–1001 hPa). These factors could bring water levels close to some shoreline edges, but only minor surges are expected.
WHEN
Highest concern in the pre-dawn hours (about 03:54) and late afternoon (roughly 16:36).
IMPACTS
• Minor splash-over for waterfront areas.
• Little-to-no property damage; no significant road closures expected.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood remains at 0%, consistent with minimal flood risk.
• Although afternoon barometric pressure may be near 999 hPa, the tide height is slightly less than the more notable historical Category 4 or 5 events.
• Comparisons to past Category 3 occurrences show similar or slightly lower tide levels, in line with a near-flood scenario rather than a severe flooding event.
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.