A Freeze Warning is in effect for much of Delmarva tonight into Wednesday morning, with temperatures expected to plummet into the upper 20s and low 30s.
The National Weather Service issued the warning for Kent and inland Sussex counties in Delaware, plus Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties in Maryland. The warning takes effect at 2 AM Wednesday and continues until 9 AM.
Temperatures are forecast to drop between 28 and 31 degrees, creating conditions that could kill tender plants and damage sensitive vegetation. The late-season freeze is particularly concerning for gardeners who may have already planted spring flowers or started vegetable gardens.
Residents should take immediate action to protect outdoor plants by covering them with blankets, tarps, or bringing potted plants indoors. Don’t forget to check outdoor plumbing and turn off irrigation systems to prevent damage from freezing water.
Looking ahead, another potential freeze is possible Wednesday night into Thursday morning, so keep those plant covers handy.
The current Freeze Warning expires at 9 AM Wednesday, but stay tuned to TV Delmarva for updates on additional freeze risks later this week as we track this unseasonably cold weather pattern.
