Bundle up and protect your plants – a Freeze Warning is now in effect for northern Delmarva as temperatures are expected to plummet into the upper 20s tonight.
The National Weather Service issued the warning for New Castle County, predicting sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 degrees from midnight tonight through 9 AM Tuesday morning. This unseasonably cold snap poses a significant threat to tender vegetation and outdoor plumbing across the region.
Gardeners and homeowners should take immediate action to protect sensitive plants, flowers, and crops that could be killed by the freezing conditions. Cover outdoor plants with blankets or tarps, and consider bringing potted plants indoors overnight.
Don’t forget about your outdoor plumbing – exposed pipes and faucets should be covered or drained to prevent costly freeze damage. Pet owners should also bring animals inside or ensure they have adequate warm shelter.
The warning affects areas from Wilmington south to the Delaware-Maryland border, with conditions expected to moderate by mid-morning Tuesday as temperatures climb back above freezing.
Stay with TV Delmarva for continued weather updates, and remember – it’s better to prepare tonight than deal with freeze damage tomorrow morning.
