Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Tides reach around 19.0 ft late in the evening, but higher barometric pressure (above 1000 hPa) and NOAA’s 0% flood likelihood indicate minimal flood risk.
WHEN
Highest tide near 19.0 ft around late evening (approximately 11:30 PM – midnight).
IMPACTS
No significant impacts anticipated. Low-lying areas and shorelines should remain unaffected under these conditions.
• Barometric pressures on 5/4 hover between about 1007–1010 hPa, much higher than critical low-pressure flood scenarios (near or below 992.8 hPa).
• NOAA’s analysis shows a 0% likelihood of flooding for this date.
• Historically, Category 3 and above events align with significantly higher tides (near or above 20 ft) and/or much lower barometric pressure. Current data do not support those conditions.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Continued low flood risk. Overnight tides are near 19.0 ft, but pressures near 1009–1007 hPa remain well above the historical low-pressure thresholds linked to coastal flooding.
WHEN
Peak tide close to midnight (around 12:00 AM) and again in the late morning (approx. 11:00 AM), though these remain below serious flood levels.
IMPACTS
No flood-related impacts expected. Minor water level fluctuations along beaches and marinas, but conditions stay safe for inland areas.
• NOAA maintains a 0% flood likelihood for 5/5.
• Compared to historical Category 3+ events, both barometric pressure and tide height are insufficient to cause flooding.
• Winds remain mostly light to moderate from northern directions, not favoring onshore push that could elevate flood potential.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No notable increase in flood risk. Tides reach around 19.0 ft near 1:00 AM, with a barometric pressure near 1008 hPa. Later midday high tide is lower (about 15.4 ft) with pressure around 1004.8 hPa, still well above historical flood-triggering thresholds.
WHEN
Early morning (approx. 1:00 AM) presents the highest tide, but neither wind patterns nor pressure readings suggest flooding concerns.
IMPACTS
No expected impact to shore roads or low-lying neighborhoods. Minor wave action possible but not likely to inundate land.
• NOAA’s 0% flood likelihood persists for 5/6.
• Historical Category 4–5 events have shown either significantly higher tides (20+ ft) or barometric pressure below ~992 hPa; neither applies to these forecasts.
• Winds primarily northerly to westerly, but at modest speeds that should not exacerbate tidal surges.
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.