Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant coastal flooding is anticipated. Tides will be relatively high (peaking around 18 feet in the evening), but barometric pressure remains above critical low thresholds, and NOAA’s Flood Likelihood is 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest tide in the early evening (around 9:48 PM).
IMPACTS
No notable flooding impacts expected. Low-lying areas along the shoreline should remain unaffected.
• Compared to previous Category 3 events (such as 12/27/2023 with NOAA flood likelihood > 0%), the predicted tides and barometric pressures for April 18 are less concerning.
• Winds are generally light to moderate from southerly directions.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood indicates a minimal chance of flooding, further confirming no risk for property damage.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
High tides again approach but remain under the critical thresholds historically linked to flood events. Forecast barometric pressure is not low enough to raise flood concerns, and NOAA maintains a 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide around 10:54 PM.
IMPACTS
No significant flooding impacts are expected. Conditions should remain stable even at high tide.
• Historically, comparable or even higher tides have resulted in Category 3 events only when NOAA’s likelihood was elevated or barometric pressure was unusually low. Neither condition applies here.
• Winds remain moderate, and the prevailing ocean conditions are not conducive to surge or coastal inundation.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Another day of elevated tides (peaking near 18 feet), yet barometric pressures remain well above the critical low threshold of ~992.8 hPa. NOAA continues to rate flood likelihood at 0.0%.
WHEN
Late evening high tide, around 11:54 PM.
IMPACTS
No flood-related impacts are expected. Shoreline roads and infrastructure should remain accessible.
• Despite tides in the upper teens (feet), the combination of relatively higher air pressure and only light-moderate onshore wind means flood conditions are unlikely.
• Comparisons to past Category 3 or higher events show either significantly lower barometric pressure or higher tidal levels, which are not present in this forecast.
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.