A Freeze Warning is currently in effect for portions of northern Delaware and central and southern New Jersey, with dangerous sub-freezing temperatures expected to continue through 9 AM Wednesday morning.
The National Weather Service warns that overnight lows will plummet between 25 and 30 degrees across affected areas including New Castle County in Delaware, along with Salem, Gloucester, Camden, Cumberland, Atlantic, Cape May, and parts of Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean counties in New Jersey.
These frigid conditions pose a serious threat to tender plants, crops, and sensitive vegetation. Frost and freeze conditions could kill unprotected outdoor plants and potentially damage exposed plumbing.
Residents should take immediate action to protect vulnerable plants by covering them or bringing potted plants indoors. Don’t forget to disconnect and drain outdoor hoses, and consider letting faucets drip slightly to prevent pipe damage.
Looking ahead, another round of freezing temperatures is possible Wednesday evening through Thursday morning, with lows between 25 and 31 degrees and additional frost development expected.
The current Freeze Warning expires at 4 PM today, but residents should stay tuned to TV Delmarva for the latest weather updates as conditions continue to develop.
