North Carolina
Freeze watch upgraded to warning for multiple counties in North Carolina
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – A freeze watch was upgraded to a warning Monday morning for multiple counties in North Carolina.
The warning was issued on Tuesday, April 8, and lasts from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 9.
Counties under freeze warning
The following counties are under a freeze warning.
- Alexander County
- Burke County
- Caldwell County
- Catawba County
- Iredell County
- Lincoln County
- Rowan County
- Stanly County
What to expect
Officials predicted sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31º, warning the frosty conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation.
They also warned the cold could damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Record-challenging heat
The freeze warning was issued on the heels of record-challenging heat in the Charlotte region.
Last Friday and Saturday, temperatures reached the upper-80s, tying previous records for heat on those days.
–> Forecast: Sunshine returns as temps cool off, bring potential for frost in parts of North Carolina
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