The arrival of a cold snap has activated frost warnings and freeze alerts in large areas of the center and this of States Joinedas reported USA Today. He National Weather Service (NWS) reported that temperatures have dropped to -6.6 degrees Celsius in some areas, raising concerns about possible damage to crops and household equipment.
The freeze warnings remain in force since northern Kansas and eastern nebraska to regions of North Carolina, Virginia and Marylandindicated the N.W.S.. The alerts extend across several states, including parts of Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowawhere “temperatures could reach -2.7 degrees Celsius for some days,” reported local authorities cited by USA Today.
The NWS warned that “some areas will experience figures close to -7.7 degrees Celsius,” while in North Carolina, W.V. and the western part of Virginia, thermometers could register lows close to -3.8 degrees Celsius.
The NWS warned that “freezing and freezing conditions can destroy crops, other sensitive plants, and damage unprotected outdoor pipes.” Additionally, the weather service’s Milwaukee office noted that “cold-sensitive plants can die if not properly protected.”
The warnings and notices of the National Weather Service They are divided into two main categories: a frost warning It is emitted when the temperature is expected to be close to or slightly above 0 degrees Celsius, which encourages the formation of frost and damages delicate vegetation. In contrast, a freeze warning It anticipates drops to 0 degrees Celsius or lower, signaling the end of the growing season and increasing agricultural losses.
Given this scenario, the NWS recommended taking preventive measures to avoid damage to domestic infrastructure. “Water expands when it freezes, putting pressure on the pipes, which can cause them to break,” the agency said.
To minimize risks, experts suggest “wrapping pipes with improvised insulation, keeping cabinet doors open under sinks near exterior walls, and ensuring the home is kept heated.” Another official recommendation is to “let a constant stream of water run through the most exposed taps.”
The impact of this drop in temperatures affects both urban and rural residents, with special emphasis on the protection of crops and plumbing systems. USA Today also distributed a detailed map, prepared by the N.W.S.which shows the extent of the warning zones.
The sharp drop in temperature in recent days has forced residents of regions such as Nebraska and North Carolina to stay alert to weather announcements. According to the NWS description collected by USA Today“the growing season has ended” in several areas and the risk of agricultural losses is considered high.
Meteorological authorities urged the population to monitor official reports and take even stricter precautions in the face of the possibility of additional temperature drops in the coming days.
