* WHAT…For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures possible.
* WHERE…North Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Benton County Lowlands, Lane County Lowlands, and Linn County Lowlands.
* WHEN…For the Freeze Warning, from 11 PM this evening to 9 AM PDT Friday. For the Freeze Watch, from Friday evening through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS…Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
* AFFECTED AREAS: NORTH OREGON COAST RANGE LOWLANDS … BENTON COUNTY LOWLANDS … LINN COUNTY LOWLANDS … LANE COUNTY LOWLANDS
Instructions:
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Take steps now to protect tender outdoor plants from the cold. Consider temporarily moving outdoor potted plants indoors if they are sensitive to cold temperatures.
Severity: Severe – Significant threat to life or property
Urgency: Expected – Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty: Likely (p > ~50%)
Category: MET: Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event Description: Freeze Warning
