Ukiah, CA – A freeze warning has been issued for Mendocino and Lake counties as temperatures are expected to drop as low as 25°F early Tuesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Eureka, the warning is in effect from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. PDT on March 18. Affected areas include Ukiah, Lakeport, Willits, Clearlake, and surrounding communities. Sub-freezing temperatures between 25°F and 30°F could lead to frost and freeze conditions that may damage crops, sensitive vegetation, and unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Residents are advised to take precautionary measures to protect plants, pets, and pipes from the cold. Covering exposed vegetation and allowing indoor faucets to drip can help prevent damage. Farmers and gardeners should take extra precautions to safeguard crops from frost exposure.
This cold snap comes as Northern California transitions into spring, bringing unseasonably low temperatures to the region. The NWS urges residents to stay informed about changing weather conditions and prepare accordingly.
For updated weather alerts and safety recommendations, visit the National Weather Service website or follow local emergency management agencies. The freeze warning is expected to expire at 9 a.m. Tuesday, with temperatures gradually warming later in the day.
