Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Water levels will run high near peak tide, but conditions are not forecast to reach flood thresholds.
WHEN
Greatest tide levels are expected around 18:12 PST on 2025-05-27.
IMPACTS
No significant flooding or property damage is anticipated. Minor ponding may be observed in very low-lying coastal areas, but widespread issues are not expected.
• Barometric pressure near high tide is around 1011.86 hPa, which is not unusually low for a severe event.
• Peak tide is forecast around 20.09 ft, a level similar to some past moderate events, but NOAA flood likelihood is reported at 0.0%.
• Comparisons with historical events (e.g., Category 3 or higher) typically show lower barometric pressure combined with significantly higher flooding likelihood from NOAA. In this case, the barometric pressure is not low enough, and NOAA indicates little to no probability of flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, no flooding is expected. Ocean levels will rise during high tide, but barometric pressure and NOAA forecasts do not suggest flood conditions.
WHEN
Peak tide near 19:06 PST on 2025-05-28.
IMPACTS
Coastal water may approach parts of the shoreline, but inundation beyond normal high tide boundaries is unlikely. No significant impacts to infrastructure or property are expected.
• Barometric pressure at high tide is around 1006.36 hPa, which is somewhat lower than the day before but still not near the historical low-pressure benchmarks associated with flooding.
• The maximum projected tide undergoes a similar rise to around 20.2 ft, but with NOAA reporting a low flood likelihood (about 0.1%), there is minimal concern for actual flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Despite lower barometric pressure compared to Days 1 and 2, no significant flooding is anticipated.
WHEN
Highest tide occurs around 19:54 PST on 2025-05-29.
IMPACTS
Areas immediately adjacent to the shoreline could see minor tidal runup, but no notable flood damage or water intrusion into roads and property is expected.
• The highest tide is expected to be around 20.24–20.28 ft, with a barometric pressure near 1000.95 hPa—still above critical low-pressure thresholds seen in more severe historic floods.
• NOAA’s forecast remains at a minimal (0.1%) flood likelihood, reinforcing that conditions should stay below actual flood levels.
• Historically, Category 3 or higher floods involved noteworthy wind-driven waves or much lower barometric pressures combined with similarly high tides. This event does not align with those factors.
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.