Update: Freeze Warning For The Central Valley

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The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning for the central San Joaquin Valley, effective now until 7 AM Monday.

Sub-freezing temperatures each night, as low as thirty-one degrees, are expected.

Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes, the NWS advises that 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.