FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 8 AM THURSDAY
- WHAT…Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 18 degrees expected.
- WHERE…Jackson County, including the cities of Medford, Jacksonville, Phoenix, Talent, Ashland, White City, Gold Hill, Eagle Point, Rogue River, Applegate, Ruch, and Butte Falls.
- WHEN…From 2 AM to 8 AM Thursday.
- IMPACTS…Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
- PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes 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.
Source: NWS Medford
