The National Weather Service issued a freeze warning for Montgomery County and nearby areas.
The warning is in effect from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. Wednesday. Temperatures may drop below 32 degrees, reaching the mid-20s in some areas.
A freeze warning means sub-freezing temperatures are likely, which can harm or kill vulnerable vegetation.
Freeze conditions can kill crops and sensitive plants. They may also damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Officials urge residents to:
- Cover or bring in outdoor plants.
- Wrap and drain outdoor water pipes.
- Disconnect garden hoses.
- Let indoor faucets drip to prevent frozen pipes.
Cold & brisk today with wind gusts of 20-30mph this afternoon. The coldest air arrives tonight, as temps drop below freezing areawide. Be sure to take protective actions to protect sensitive plants, vegetation, and crops from the cold. Temperatures moderate through mid week. pic.twitter.com/OAEVgJEv7p
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) April 8, 2025
NWS has issued a FREEZE WARNING for Montgomery County on 4/9/2025 from 2:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Expect nighttime temps to dip below 32 degrees. Cold-sensitive vegetation and crops should be covered or brought indoors.
More information: https://t.co/SB1q0ye4Tn
— Montgomery Co. MD OEMHS (@ReadyMontgomery) April 8, 2025
