Expected

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures in the upper 20s to lower 30s. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures in the mid 20s to around 30. * WHERE...El Paso and Kiowa counties. * WHEN...From late tonight through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Sub-freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The coldest temperatures will occur Friday night into Saturday morning which may bring an end to the growing

Temperatures across western and central North Dakota have steadily begun to rise this morning. Thus, the Freeze Warning across western and portions of central North Dakota will be allowed to expire on time.

Hard freezes have occurred, ending the growing season. Temperatures continue to increase through the next few hours. Therefore, the Freeze Warning will be allowed to expire.

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 possible. * WHERE...Lower Rio Grande Valley and Upper Tularosa Valley. * WHEN...From late tonight through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 possible. * WHERE...Central Highlands, Estancia Valley, Far Northeast Highlands, Northeast Highlands, and Union County. * WHEN...From late tonight through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

* WHAT...Snow, blowing snow, and pockets of freezing drizzle. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch with a light glaze of ice. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Central Beaufort Sea Coast and Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast. * WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Freezing drizzle could lead to icy surface conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility at times. Slow down and use caution while traveling.

* WHAT...Near the Lake Michigan shore northerly winds 20 to 30 mph with a few gusts to 45 mph are expected. * WHERE...Porter County along the Lake Michigan shore. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 10 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures are expected. * WHERE...Boone, De Kalb, Lee, Ogle, Winnebago, Kane, and McHenry Counties. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 AM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 32 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Lake IL County. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 AM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 34 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...La Salle and Kendall Counties. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 AM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.