First Alert Forecast - Frost and Freeze alerts in effect this weekend

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) — First Frost and Freeze Expected this WeekendFirst Alert: Cold air will arrive today and intensify through the weekend. This is our first frost and freeze event of the season, and we’ve issued a First Alert to help you prepare.Saturday morning will be the first widespread frost event, with lows dropping to the mid-30s. Frost advisories have been issued for the CSRA.

The Details

Saturday will remain chilly throughout the day with highs only in the upper 50s.Sunday morning will be even colder with lows near freezing in the low 30s. Freeze warnings will likely be issued for the CSRA as temperatures drop to near 32 degrees. The rest of the day will be chilly with highs near 60. What you need to do: Protect sensitive outdoor plants and bring in potted plants if possible.

If you have pets that stay outside, ensure they have adequate shelter. Adjust watering schedules for lawns and gardens as frost can damage tender plants.Below-Normal Temperatures Continue Into Next WeekThe col