What precautions should gardeners take in Southeast Michigan?

Gardeners in Southeast Michigan should cover their plants or bring them indoors to protect them from the predicted frost and hard freeze.

Which counties in Southeast Michigan are affected by the freeze warning?

The affected counties include Saginaw, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe.

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Gardeners Beware: Hard Freeze Coming to Southeast Michigan

Q: What is the weather forecast for Southeast Michigan on April 19 and 20?

Southeast Michigan is under a frost warning for Sunday, April 19, and a hard freeze warning for Monday, April 20, with temperatures expected to reach the 20s and 30s.

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Summary

Frost and hard freeze warnings issued for southeast Michigan.
Temperatures expected to drop into the 20s and 30s this weekend.
Cover plants and protect exposed plumbing from freezing.

Gardeners Beware: Hard Freeze Coming to Southeast Michigan

Southeast Michigan is set to experience a significant temperature drop this weekend, following a period of unseasonably warm weather. The National Weather Service has issued critical warnings: a frost warning for Sunday, April 19, and a hard freeze warning for Monday, April 20.

Temperatures across the metro Detroit area are expected to plummet into the 20s and 30s. This drastic change poses a threat to unprotected plants and outdoor plumbing. Residents are strongly advised to take precautionary measures.