Raleigh, NC – A freeze warning is in effect for central North Carolina, including Raleigh, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Durham, from 4 AM to 9 AM EDT Wednesday. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28°F are expected to impact the area, posing a significant risk to sensitive plants, crops, and outdoor plumbing.
According to the National Weather Service, these cold conditions may cause frost and freeze damage to unprotected vegetation. Residents are urged to take immediate steps to protect plants, such as covering them with cloth or moving them indoors, to prevent potential harm. Additionally, homeowners should safeguard outdoor plumbing to avoid possible damage from freezing temperatures.
This freeze warning covers a large portion of the state, including areas such as Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and Wake Forest. Residents in these regions should prepare for a potentially cold and damaging start to the morning on Wednesday.
Temperatures are expected to rise above freezing by mid-morning, providing some relief. However, the early hours could be crucial for preventing damage to sensitive plants and other vulnerable outdoor features.
Stay tuned for further updates from the National Weather Service as the situation develops.
