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Frost Advisory Issued Through the Weekend
Cover your new plants to protect them from a killer frost.
The National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory for Lehigh County, effective Thursday, April 5 from 4 a.m. to 8 a.m.
The Weather Service reports the best chance for frost is an hour before sunrise; however, there is a higher likelihood of frost Friday and Saturday mornings.
A frost advisory means that sensitive outdoor plants could be killed if uncovered.
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The following tips can help you protect your plants from a frost:
- Bring potted plants indoors.
- Water plants thoroughly to prevent desiccation.
- Place mulch around in-ground plants.
- Cover tender plants with burlap or cardboard overnight.
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