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Freeze watch issued for Wednesday in Rockingham, Augusta, two additional counties

Crystal Graham
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A freeze watch is in effect from late Tuesday night through Wednesday morning in multiple counties in Virginia.

The freeze watch includes Augusta, Rockingham, Page and Shenandoah counties.

The severe weather alert runs from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Wednesday.

Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 are possible, according to the National Weather Service.

Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

The NWS recommends making preparations now.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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