Residents across much of the Delmarva Peninsula need to prepare for a hard freeze tonight into Wednesday morning, as temperatures are expected to drop into the upper twenties and low thirties.
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning effective from 2 AM to 9 AM Wednesday for Kent and Inland Sussex counties in Delaware, along with Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties in Maryland. Temperatures between 28 and 31 degrees are forecast during this period.
The unseasonably cold weather poses a significant threat to crops, gardens, and sensitive vegetation that may have already begun sprouting due to recent warmer temperatures. Outdoor plumbing could also be at risk of damage if not properly protected.
Meteorologists are advising residents to take immediate action to protect tender plants by covering them or bringing potted plants indoors. Consider wrapping exposed pipes and allowing faucets to drip slightly to prevent freezing.
Looking ahead, another round of freezing temperatures is possible Wednesday night into Thursday morning, prompting forecasters to issue a Freeze Watch for the same areas.
The current Freeze Warning expires at 4 PM today, but conditions will remain dangerous through Wednesday morning. Stay with TV Delmarva for continued weather updates.
