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    How to prepare for freezing temperatures

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    Did you enjoy the warm November weather?

    Well, things are changing and you might want to prepare for it.

    After a beautiful 74 degree day, temperatures are dropping and the First State could experience a frost this evening.

    What is the weather forecast for Delaware

    Here is the National Weather Service forecast for Delaware:

    • New Castle County: Tuesday’s high temperatures will only reach 54 degrees, which is normal for this time of year. On Tuesday evening, temperatures will drop below freezing, reaching 31 degrees. Wednesday will be sunny and 51 degrees, and Wednesday night there could be another frost as temperatures drop to 35. Temperatures will warm as the weekend approaches, with highs near 60 and lows in the 1940s.
    • Kent County: Tuesday’s high will only reach 56 degrees and Tuesday night’s low will be below freezing at 31 degrees. On Wednesday, highs will be in the 50s and lows in the 30s. Temperatures will warm as we approach the weekend, with highs near 60 and lows in the 40s.
    • Sussex County: Tuesday’s high temperatures will reach 57 degrees and lows will drop below freezing to 31 degrees. Highs on Wednesday will be in the 50s and lows in the 30s. Temperatures will warm as we approach the weekend, with highs near 60 and lows in the 40s.

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    Is this the first frost of the season for Delaware?

    The first frost in the First State, according to the National Weather Serviceoccurred on November 3 when the low reached 32. Tonight could be the first night below freezing.

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    According to the National Weather ServiceThere are three gels: gel, gel and hard gel.

    • Freeze: It forms when solid surfaces are cooled below the dew point. For the formation of frost, an air temperature of 33-36 degrees or lower with light winds is required. However, if the air is dry or wind speeds reach more than 8 mph, frost cannot form.
    • Freeze: When the temperature drops to 32 degrees or less. A frost can cause significant damage to plants, especially if it stays below freezing for several hours.
    • Hard gel: When temperatures drop to 28 degrees or lower for at least an hour, seasonal vegetation is destroyed. Unprotected outdoor plumbing and undrained sprinklers can also be damaged.

    What to do to prepare for freezing temperatures

    Here are some things to complete to ensure your home is ready for freezing temperatures.

    • Bring your plants indoors: Most of the houseplants you brought outside for the summer should already be brought indoors when nighttime temperatures have fallen below 50 degrees.
    • Cover your plants: All outdoor plants vulnerable to frost damage – tropicals, annuals, perennial flowers and new foliage – should be covered.
    • Monitor your pipes: While temperatures aren’t expected to drop into a range where your pipes could be damaged (20 degrees for a few hours), it’s a good reminder to make sure your pipes are insulated and that you have covers for your outdoor faucets.
    • Drain and turn off your sprinkler system: If your growing season is over, sprinklers should be turned off for the winter.
    • Check your furnace filters: Now is a good time to make sure the filters are cleaned or replaced. Clean filters can reduce energy bills.

    What should children wear in cold weather?

    Every parent knows it’s a struggle. Seeing a teenager walking around in 30 degree weather in shorts and a hoodie drives you crazy. Honestly, you’re probably glad he decided to wear socks with his Crocs or slides.

    Here are some suggestions from Mayo Clinic:

    • Wear layers with warm materials like wool or fleece.
    • Avoid cotton next to the skin as it remains damp and cold.
    • Protect your hands and feet with gloves and shoes.
    • Don’t forget hats, gloves and scarves, and when it gets really cold, warm up the boots with thermal socks.

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