The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Freeze Warning for Forney and much of Kaufman County, with temperatures anticipated to drop below freezing overnight.
Effective from 9 p.m. Sunday until 9 a.m. Monday, the warning indicates that overnight lows could plummet to 25 degrees, marking the coldest temperatures of the season thus far.
The warning encompasses various areas in North and Central Texas, including Forney, Kaufman, Terrell, Kemp, Crandall, and neighboring communities.
Potential Impacts For Kaufman County
The NWS cautions that sub-freezing temperatures may harm or destroy sensitive vegetation and could pose risks to outdoor plumbing systems. Residents are strongly advised to take proactive measures to protect their plants, pets, and exposed water lines.
Cover or bring potted plants indoors.
Disconnect garden hoses and insulate outdoor faucets.
Bring pets inside , if that is not possible then pet owners must ensure adequate shelter (insulated) and bedding for their pets.
Check in on elderly neighbors or anyone particularly vulnerable to cold weather.
A hard freeze of this magnitude typically signifies the conclusion of the growing season for many types of vegetation across North Texas.
For real-time weather updates and conditions, residents can visit the National Weather Service website at forecast.weather.gov and search for the Forney weather page.
