SOUTH CAROLINA — A sharp and unusual weather swing is unfolding across the Southeast, where freeze warnings are in effect for several states including South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, and parts of Florida, just days before a dramatic shift to near-summer heat.
Temperatures are expected to drop into the mid-20s in some areas early Wednesday morning, creating hazardous conditions for crops, gardens, and sensitive vegetation.
Freeze Warnings Cover Multiple Southern States
The cold blast is impacting a wide portion of the Southeast, with freeze warnings stretching across Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, and into northern Florida. Cities including Columbia, Charleston, Savannah, Birmingham, and Montgomery are all within the impacted zone.
Officials are urging residents to take precautions by covering outdoor plants or bringing them indoors to avoid damage from the sudden cold. This late-season chill is notable as many areas had already begun transitioning into spring-like conditions.
Cold Snap Expected to Be Short-Lived
While the freezing temperatures may feel severe, forecasters say this will likely be the last significant cold morning of the week for the region…