The National Weather Service (NWS) issued freeze warnings and frost advisories for 14 counties in California, warning of potentially damaging sub-freezing temperatures. The NWS cautions that the cold weather poses health risks, especially for vulnerable groups, and can lead to hazardous driving conditions. Residents are urged to protect plants and outdoor plumbing.
Freeze warnings and frost advisories were in place for 14 counties in California from the National Weather Service early on Friday morning.Why It MattersFreezing temperatures can present serious health risks, especially for vulnerable groups such as infants and older adults. Additionally, winter weather can lead to hazardous driving conditions.The NWS said frost and freeze conditions 'could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Furthermore, it said temperatures as low as 35 degrees Fahrenheit were anticipated to result in frost formation in the Central Coast, Santa Clara Valley and Eastern Hills, the East Bay Hills and Valleys, the Salinas and Carmel Valleys and Hollister Area, the Santa Cruz Mountains, North Bay Interior Mountains and North Bay Interior Valleys.'Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold,' the NWS said.
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