Quincy, IL – West-Central Illinois is under a freeze watch from late Tuesday night through Wednesday morning. Temperatures could fall into the upper 20s, according to the National Weather Service.
Farmers and residents in areas such as Macomb, Carthage, and Monmouth should take action to protect crops and outdoor plants. The freeze could kill sensitive vegetation and damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
The watch will remain in effect until early Wednesday, and the NWS encourages residents to monitor local weather channels for updates.