On Wednesday at 10:31 p.m. a frost advisory was issued by the National Weather Service valid for Friday between 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. for the Eastern Plains.

“Temperatures may briefly dip into the lower to mid 30s resulting in frost formation or a light freeze,” can be anticipated according to the NWS. “The coldest readings will occur Friday night into Saturday morning with a killing freeze possible, which could bring an end to the growing season.”

“Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered,” states the NWS. “Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.”

The full list of affected locations includes:

• Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County

• Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County below 6,300 feet

• Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin below 7,500 ft

• Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County below 7,500 ft

• La Junta Vicinity/Otero County

• Eastern Las Animas County

• Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County

• Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County

• Springfield Vicinity/Baca County

• Crowley County

What to do if there is a frost advisory

Frost advisories are issued from May to October (but can be extended if necessary) when temperatures, winds, and sky cover are favorable for frost development. This is most likely to happen when the temperature is 36 degrees or less. In some cases, the frost is severe enough to end the growing season and is then referred to as a ‘killing frost’.

According to the NWS, if a frost advisory is issued for your area, cover up sensitive plants before the sun sets so that it can help retain heat near the plants, or move the plants indoors for the night, if possible.

Source: The National Weather Service