Gardeners and farmers across central Delmarva need to take action tonight as a Freeze Warning goes into effect early Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service warns temperatures could drop as low as 28 degrees between 2 AM and 9 AM Tuesday, putting tender plants and crops at serious risk.
The warning covers Kent and inland Sussex counties in Delaware, plus Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. This late-season freeze comes at a critical time when many have already planted their spring gardens and farmers have young crops in the field.
The frigid temperatures could kill sensitive vegetation and potentially damage any unprotected outdoor plumbing. Weather officials urge residents to cover or bring in tender plants, disconnect garden hoses, and wrap exposed pipes.
This unseasonably cold snap serves as a reminder that despite recent warm weather, spring freezes can still occur well into April on the Delmarva Peninsula. The warning remains in effect until 9 AM Tuesday morning, with temperatures expected to rise above freezing as the sun comes up.
Stay with TV Delmarva for continued weather updates and check our website for the latest forecast information.
