Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tidal heights will be elevated (peaking near 19 ft), but barometric pressure is not sufficiently low to indicate flood potential.
WHEN
No specific time frame for flooding concerns, as conditions are not expected to reach flood levels.
IMPACTS
No anticipated impacts. Primary roadways and low-lying coastal areas should remain unaffected.
Although the early-morning tide on April 10 is relatively high (around 18.9–19.0 ft), barometric pressure remains above the critical low threshold (near 992.8 hPa). Furthermore, NOAA’s flood likelihood forecast for this date is at 0%, indicating little to no chance of tidal flooding under these conditions. This aligns more closely with our historical Category 1–2 events, where overall flood risk remained negligible.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tidal levels remain moderately high, but with barometric pressures near or above 1002 hPa, the risk for coastal inundation is minimal.
WHEN
No particular window of concern; conditions do not approach historically significant flood thresholds.
IMPACTS
No noticeable impacts to infrastructure or roadways are expected.
Compared to past flood events (e.g., Category 3 or higher), barometric pressure is not nearly as low, and peak tide heights stay below critical levels often associated with minor or moderate flooding. NOAA’s stated flood likelihood remains 0%, further indicating quiet flood potential for this date.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Moderate tides coincide with relatively stable barometric pressures (around 1006–1007 hPa), indicating limited coastal flood risk.
WHEN
No defined time frame for possible flooding, as peak tides and forecast conditions do not appear threatening.
IMPACTS
No significant impacts are anticipated for local shorelines or low-lying roads.
Highest tide early on April 12 (around 18.7–18.8 ft) remains below thresholds observed in historical Category 3–4 floods. NOAA’s analysis continues to show a 0% flood likelihood. Wind speeds and directions do not resemble patterns seen in events that produced minor flooding (such as strong onshore winds), supporting a continued low-risk scenario.
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.