West Palm Beach, FLA. (WPEC) — South Florida is starting the new year on a cold note, with a Frost Advisory in effect until 9 am for the Lake Okeechobee region and communities east of I-95. Clear skies, calm winds, and very dry air have allowed temperatures to drop low enough for frost to form in some areas.
The advisory includes inland Palm Beach, Martin, Indian River, St. Lucie and Okeechobee counties. Patchy frost may also briefly develop closer to the coast. Frost can damage sensitive plants, so take precautions with plants and pets.
High pressure over the Gulf is driving a dry northerly breeze across South Florida. High pressure is an area of sinking air that keeps skies clear and rain chances near zero. This setup is also allowing cold air to settle near the ground overnight…