Polk County, IA
Alerts
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In effect from Monday 04/20 12:00 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 9:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Des Moines IA
What
Temperatures as low as 27 will result in frost formation.
Where
Polk, Appanoose, Lucas, Marion, Monroe, Warren, Wayne, and Davis Counties.
When
From midnight tonight to 9 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
- Polk
- Warren
- Marion
- Lucas
- Monroe
- Wayne
- Appanoose
- Davis
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
From the forecaster
Freezing Temperatures Tonight
Created by the NWS Des Moines WFO
Temperatures will drop near to below freezing over much of central Iowa tonight into early Monday morning. Make sure to protect any sensitive vegetation! A Frost Advisory and Freeze Warning will be in effect for portions of the area where vegetation is more vulnerable.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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