A freeze warning is in effect for New Castle County from midnight tonight through 9 AM Tuesday morning, as unseasonably cold temperatures are expected to drop as low as 27 degrees.
The National Weather Service issued the warning Monday at 2:25 AM, cautioning residents that sub-freezing conditions pose a serious threat to sensitive vegetation, crops, and unprotected outdoor plumbing. The warning also covers Delaware and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania.
This late-April freeze is particularly concerning for gardeners and farmers who may have already planted tender crops and flowers, expecting warmer spring weather to continue. Frost and freeze conditions could kill newly planted vegetables, annual flowers, and damage fruit trees that have already begun blooming.
Residents should take immediate action to protect vulnerable plants by covering them with blankets, tarps, or moving potted plants indoors. Outdoor plumbing should also be protected from potential freeze damage.
The freeze warning expires at 4 PM Monday, but the dangerous cold conditions will last until Tuesday morning at 9 AM. Residents should plan accordingly and dress warmly for the unusually cold April weather.
Stay with TV Delmarva for continuing coverage of this developing weather story.
