Freeze Warnings Issued For Parts Of Hudson Valley

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Freeze warnings are in effect for parts of the Hudson Valley.

The National Weather Service issued warnings Putnam, Rockland and Westchester counties.

For Putnam County, the warning is in effect from 10 p.m. Friday to 10 a.m. Saturday. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 24 can be expected.

For Rockland and Westchester counties, the warning is in effect from 2 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday.

The weather service said sub-freezing temperatures will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possible damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Also, patchy black ice development is possible Friday night into early Saturday morning as temperatures quickly fall below freezing and freeze any residual moisture on untreated roads and sidewalks. Motorists and pedestrians should exercise caution if traveling tonight into early Saturday morning. Any pavement that looks damp may be icy. Temperatures should rise above freezing by mid Saturday morning, which should alleviate any problems.

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