Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant coastal flooding is expected on May 12. While tides rise to around 18.8 ft and barometric pressure dips near 993.4 hPa early in the morning, NOAA data indicates a 0.0% flood likelihood, suggesting no substantial flood risk.
WHEN
Highest risk period corresponds to the early high tide around 03:30 AM and the evening high tide around 06:00–06:30 PM.
IMPACTS
No flooding is anticipated. Areas along the immediate shoreline may experience normal higher-than-usual water levels, but no property damage or road closures are expected.
• Compared with historical Category 3 events, the projected tide heights remain below typical flooding thresholds and NOAA’s flood likelihood stays at 0%.
• Winds remain light (generally under 5 mph) and are not from a direction that would exacerbate tidal effects.
• Although barometric pressure is somewhat lower in the early morning, it is not below critical historical thresholds for significant flooding when combined with these tide levels.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, no appreciable coastal flooding is anticipated on May 13. Tide heights may approach around 19.1 ft late in the evening, but barometric pressure forecasts remain moderate (roughly 995.7–1004.9 hPa), and NOAA’s daily flood likelihood is listed as 0.0%.
WHEN
Peak water levels occur near 04:00 AM and around 06:30–07:00 PM.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts are expected. Shoreline areas may see routine higher tide conditions without flooding of roads or low-lying properties.
• Historically, Category 4 events have coincided with tide heights typically above 19.2 ft along with notably lower barometric pressure (near or below 992.8 hPa). These conditions are not met on May 13.
• Light-to-moderate winds from the south-southwest, rather than onshore from the northwest, further reduce flood potential.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Coastal flooding is again not expected on May 14. Tides may peak near 19.2 ft in the early evening; however, barometric pressure is forecast around 1005.5 hPa, and NOAA flood likelihood remains at 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest tides are expected in the mid-to-late afternoon through early evening hours (approximately 02:00–07:00 PM for rising water).
IMPACTS
No flood-related concerns are anticipated around Redondo Beach. Normal onshore water levels may briefly affect the immediate shoreline, but no property inundation or traffic disruptions are forecast.
• Both actual tide height and barometric pressure are well within ranges historically associated with no flooding.
• Comparison with previous Category 3–4 events shows significantly lower tide heights and higher pressures than those events, aligning with NOAA’s 0% flood likelihood outlook.
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.