CHARLOTTE — The area’s first frost event is expected a little early this season.
After a warm summer, the season’s first cold temperatures are moving in early this week. Monday will hit the 80′s until temperatures plunge Tuesday.
The first frost event of the season is expected Tuesday into Wednesday. It should not last long with temperatures rising Thursday and into the rest of the week.
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Before the cold weather moves in, bring in plants or other items that would not fair well in the cold.
--> At the video at the top of the page, Meteorologist Ashley Kramlich explains how frost develops and what you need to know.
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