Cincinnati, OH – A widespread freeze watch has been issued across Ohio, with sub-25°F temperatures expected to impact crops and outdoor systems from late Monday night through Tuesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, the alert extends from 1 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesday and covers much of central and southern Ohio, including Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati. Portions of eastern Indiana and northern Kentucky are also under the watch, including Union, Franklin, Carroll, Boone, and Kenton counties.
The forecast calls for overnight lows in the lower to mid-20s, a significant drop for early April. These conditions could severely damage unprotected vegetation, including budding crops and garden plants. Outdoor plumbing, particularly above-ground pipes and sprinkler systems, may also be at risk if not properly insulated or drained…