Frost Advisory Issued for Upper Bucks
The National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory for Upper Bucks, in effect from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Thursday. Temperatures are expected to dip as low as 33 degrees, creating conditions conducive to frost formation.
The weather service warns that frost and freezing conditions can damage crops and other sensitive vegetation. Residents are urged to take necessary precautions to protect their plants, such as covering them up before sunset to retain heat or moving them indoors for the night.
Frost advisories are typically issued from May to October, but can be extended beyond this period if conditions warrant. They are issued when temperatures, winds, and sky cover are favorable for frost development, with temperatures typically dropping to 36 degrees or below.
In severe cases, frost can be damaging enough to end the growing season and is referred to as a ‘killing frost’. The National Weather Service advises homeowners to take proactive steps when a frost advisory is issued, such as covering up tender plants or moving them indoors, to mitigate potential damage.
For up-to-date weather forecasts and alerts, please visit the National Weather Service website or consult local news sources.
