Effingham County, IL

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In effect from Monday 04/20 1:00 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 8:00 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Lincoln IL

What

Temperatures as low as 34 will result in frost formation.

Where

Portions of central, east central, southeast, and west central Illinois.

When

From 1 AM to 8 AM CDT Monday.

Impacts

Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

What to do

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.


Areas impacted

  • Schuyler
  • Cass
  • Menard
  • Scott
  • Morgan
  • Sangamon
  • Christian
  • Macon
  • Moultrie
  • Coles
  • Shelby
  • Cumberland
  • Clark
  • Effingham
  • Jasper
  • Crawford

Tips to stay safe

A Frost Advisory means that your area is likely to see frost developing overnight, which can harm young or vulnerable plants. Cover these plants before the sun goes down to help them retain heat. 

Briefing

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From the forecaster

Central Illinois Forecast

Created by the NWS Lincoln WFO

Cool and breezy conditions continue today with temps dipping near or below freezing tonight. Cool temps will be in place again Monday but a warning trend will kick off for the remainder of the week.

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