On Tuesday at 10:36 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated freeze warning valid for Wednesday between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m. for the coast of South Central Oregon.
The weather service states, “Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 degrees expected along the coast with colder temperatures inland.”
“Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” comments the weather service. “Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. Persons with respiratory illness should follow their physicians advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods of stagnant air.”
Freeze watch or warning – this is what it means
Freeze warnings are issued from May to October (but can be extended if necessary), when low temperatures are expected to be 29-32 degrees. If there is a potential for temperatures to fall into these thresholds, a freeze watch may be issued a few days ahead of time.
According to the weather service, if a freeze warning or watch is issued for your area, there is little you can do to protect plants. If you can move your sensitive plants inside, do so because the freeze will likely kill them, depending on the severity of conditions.
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