…FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM CDT FRIDAY…
* WHAT…For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low
as 31 expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds around 25
mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* WHERE…Portions of central, east central and west central
Illinois.
* WHEN…For the Freeze Warning, from 2 AM to 9 AM CDT Friday.
For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
result. Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other
sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.
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