Abilene, Texas – A freeze warning has been issued for West Central Texas early Thursday, with temperatures expected to drop into the upper 20s and lower 30s overnight.
According to the National Weather Service in San Angelo, the warning will be in effect from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. Thursday, March 19, covering communities across the region including Abilene, San Angelo, Sweetwater, Ballinger, and surrounding counties.
Forecasters say overnight temperatures will fall into the upper 20s to low 30s, with the coldest readings expected in low-lying areas and river valleys. These conditions could lead to frost and freezing temperatures capable of damaging sensitive vegetation.
The weather service is advising residents to protect outdoor pipes, cover sensitive plants, and bring pets indoors during the early morning hours when temperatures are expected to be at their lowest.
Freeze warnings are typically issued when temperatures are expected to reach 32 degrees or colder for several hours, creating conditions that can harm crops, gardens, and outdoor plumbing if precautions are not taken.
Travel impacts are not expected, but the early morning cold may affect people commuting before sunrise across the region.
Residents across West Central Texas are encouraged to take precautions Wednesday night to reduce potential damage from the cold temperatures.
Additional updates and safety guidance are available through the National Weather Service San Angelo office and Weather.gov.
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