Salisbury, MD — A sudden cold snap is expected to sweep across parts of Eastern Maryland overnight, prompting a frost advisory that could impact gardens and agriculture in the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, VA, the advisory is in effect from midnight tonight until 8 a.m. EDT Thursday. Temperatures are forecast to dip as low as 33 degrees across Dorchester, Wicomico, Somerset, and inland Worcester counties, creating conditions ripe for frost development.
Sensitive plants and vegetation may suffer damage if left unprotected during the early morning hours. Officials are urging residents to take precautionary measures, such as covering outdoor plants or bringing them indoors to avoid loss or injury.
The advisory comes at a time when many in the region have begun spring planting. While brief, the overnight chill poses a notable risk for tender crops, especially in low-lying or wind-sheltered areas where frost tends to form more easily.
This kind of early spring advisory isn’t uncommon in Maryland’s Eastern Shore, where April temperatures can still swing dramatically. Residents are encouraged to monitor local weather updates and remain cautious during this period of potential frost.
