FOX 17 has issued a Weather Ready Alert for tonight into Saturday morning because freezing temperatures could damage plants in West Michigan.
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Watch for all of West Michigan which runs from 12 a.m. to 9 a.m. Saturday. This will likely get upgraded to a FREEZE WARNING later today!
The coldest night of this cool stretch will come Friday night as skies clear out and temperatures drop into the lower 30s. It is possible that some areas drop into the upper 20s, especially north and east of Grand Rapids.
At these temperatures, some plants can be damaged. It is recommended that people bring in potted plants and cover outdoor flower beds with a tarp or blanket. Fruit trees should also be wrapped up if they have already blossomed…