Freeze Warning Issued For Martinez, Contra Costa County: NWS

MARTINEZ, CA — Parts of the Bay Area including Contra Costa County will be under a freeze warning this week, the National Weather Service said.

The warning goes into effect Wednesday at 2 a.m. and will last through Friday at 9 a.m. for the cities of Concord, Antioch, Martinez, Pinole, Hercules, Livermore, Walnut Creek, Pleasanton, Pittsburg, San Ramon and Blackhawk, the NWS said.

Temperatures are expected to dip into the mid-20s and low 30s in some areas, the agency said.

Widespread subfreezing temperatures are forecast for inland areas of Bay Area communities in Marin, Sonoma, Napa, Alameda, Contra Costa and Solano counties, the NWS said.

“The coldest morning is likely to be on Thursday with the coldest interior spots dropping into the mid 20°s,” the NWS said.

The NWS is advising residents to care for pets and sensitive plants and crops.

Freezing temperatures may also damage outdoor plumbing, the agency said.

“… please check on the elderly, those without adequate access to shelter and be sure your pets and livestock have access to a warm shelter,” the NWS said.