DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — A Freeze Warning has been issued for much of the Wiregrass as dangerously cold temperatures move into the region overnight.
According to National Weather Service Tallahassee, the warning was issued at 10:56 a.m. on Saturday and remains in effect until 8 a.m. Monday.
Forecasters say a hard freeze is expected, with temperatures dropping as low as 20 degrees. The coldest conditions are forecast from 11 p.m., through early Monday morning.
In Alabama, the warning includes Coffee, Dale, Geneva, Henry and Houston counties. Parts of southwest Georgia are also included, covering Clay, Early, Miller and Quitman counties.
Officials warn that frost and freezing temperatures could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. Unprotected outdoor plumbing may also be damaged during the overnight hours.
Residents are urged to continue to take precautions by covering plants, bringing pets indoors and protecting exposed pipes before temperatures drop.
