Freeze Warnings Issued Across Northern New England

Lead The National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, issued Freeze Warnings for northern New England early Saturday, covering parts of western Maine and Coös County, New Hampshire, as sub-freezing temperatures arrive Saturday morning and again late tonight into Sunday.

Nut Graf These early-season freezes pose a threat to unharvested crops, tender vegetation, and exposed plumbing across the warned areas. Residents are urged to take precautions now-covering plants and insulating pipes-to avoid damage from overnight lows dipping into the 20s.

Areas Under Warning

• Maine: Central Somerset, Northern Franklin, Northern Oxford Counties
• New Hampshire: Northern Coös and Southern Coös Counties

Timing

• First Warning: In effect until 8 AM EDT Saturday
• Second Warning: From midnight Saturday to 8 AM EDT Sunday

Expected Conditions

• Overnight lows Saturday into Sunday will fall into the low 20s to near 30 °F.
• Frost and freeze conditions are likely, with temperatures well below the 32 °F threshold.

Impacts & Precautions

• Agricultural Risk: Frost and sub-freezing temperatures can kill sensitive plants and crops.
• Homeowners: Exposed outdoor plumbing and sprinkler systems may freeze and burst.

Take Action:

• Move potted and tender plants indoors or cover them with frost cloth.
• Drain and insulate outdoor faucets and irrigation lines.
• Check on elderly neighbors and outdoor-living animals.

Residents should monitor local forecasts and heed updates from their nearest NWS office for evolving conditions and any additional headlines.