A cold snap in Central Florida brought ultra-low temperatures to the area over the weekend and into Monday morning.Hard freeze warnings were issued for the majority of Central Florida that came with sub-freezing temperatures early Sunday morning.The Arctic blast brought some of the coldest air Central Florida has seen in four years.Those hard freeze warnings expired later Sunday morning. However, Osceola, Southern Brevard and Polk counties have been placed under new freeze warnings which go into effect 1 a.m. to 8 a.m. Monday, so don't uncover your plants just yet. A frost advisory in Northern Lake, Volusia and Inland Flagler takes effect at 1 a.m. until 8 a.m. Monday. In Marion County, a frost advisory begins at 4 a.m. and lasts until 8 a.m. Monday. WESH 2's First Warning Weather team is expecting a very frosty night. The low on Monday will hover around 36 degrees but won't be as cold as Sunday. It'll warm up in the afternoon hours with highs near 70 under sunny skies.So the big chill in Central Florida isn't staying for long. By Thursday this week, the high will reach 82 degrees.Highs gradually begin creeping into the mid-70s Tuesday and Wednesday. Sunday's early morning freeze brought images of oranges with icicles out of Umatilla. The icicles form from the the irrigation systems that are used to keep the plants safe.RELATED: Icicles form on oranges at Umatilla citrus grove FREEZE WARNINGSA hard freeze came through for many in Central Florida in the early hours of Sunday morning. A hard freeze warning is put in place when the temperatures drop to 28 degrees or below for an extended period of time.No hard freeze warnings have been extended into Monday, although a few counties will get a freeze warning overnight Sunday. These include Osceola, Southern Brevard and Polk counties. A freeze occurs when temperatures reach 32 degrees or lower. At those temperatures, dangerous consequences can result. Plants, pipes and sprinklers risk being damaged without proper care. Pets and vulnerable people may become sick if left unprotected from the outside elements. The National Weather Service warns during hard freezes, many plants and seasonal vegetation will be destroyed. It's important to take the proper precautions during both freezes and hard freezes.WIND CHILL ADVISORIES All wind chill advisories in Central Florida have been suspended.Residents saw wind chills this weekend that ranged from 21 to 32 degrees. A wind chill advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Make sure you dress appropriately for the cold weather if you're headed outside, including a coat, a hat and gloves.In Orange, Seminole and Brevard counties, should a wind chill warning go into effect, it will indicate that wind chill temperatures have hit 20 degrees or lower for three hours or more with winds 10 mph or greater. In Lake and Volusia, a warning happens when wind chill temperatures hit 15 degrees or lower, for three hours or more with winds 10 mph or greater.COLD SHELTERSAs temperatures continue to drop in the area, many Central Florida counties will be opening their doors for those in need of heat. Click here to see locations and times for cold shelters in your area.TAKING CARE OF YOUR PLANTSResidents should also take special care of their plants during the drop in temperature.Experts advise using frost blankets to keep plants healthy during a cold snap. Make sure the blanket is secured with something heavy so the blanket doesn't lift if it becomes windy.Hanging and smaller potted plants that can be moved indoors. Those are highly susceptible to colder temperatures.Do not use anything heavy or made of plastic to protect your plants. The main goal is to provide insulation between the plant and outside air, according to experts.Experts say you should cover your plants before it gets too cold outside to trap any residual daytime heating under the covers and next to your plants.KEEPING YOUR PETS WARMIt's not only important to keep yourself warm, but your pets as well.The general rule to follow is if it's too cold for you, it's too cold for your pets to be outside.Much like in Florida's heat, the National Weather Service says to never leave your dog or cat alone in the car during cold weather. They advise that you keep your pets indoors if possible, especially if they are sensitive to the cold weather due to age, illness or breed.
A cold snap in Central Florida brought ultra-low temperatures to the area over the weekend and into Monday morning.
Hard freeze warnings were issued for the majority of Central Florida that came with sub-freezing temperatures early Sunday morning.
The Arctic blast brought some of the coldest air Central Florida has seen in four years.
Those hard freeze warnings expired later Sunday morning. However, Osceola, Southern Brevard and Polk counties have been placed under new freeze warnings which go into effect 1 a.m. to 8 a.m. Monday, so don't uncover your plants just yet.
A frost advisory in Northern Lake, Volusia and Inland Flagler takes effect at 1 a.m. until 8 a.m. Monday. In Marion County, a frost advisory begins at 4 a.m. and lasts until 8 a.m. Monday.
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WESH 2's First Warning Weather team is expecting a very frosty night. The low on Monday will hover around 36 degrees but won't be as cold as Sunday. It'll warm up in the afternoon hours with highs near 70 under sunny skies.
So the big chill in Central Florida isn't staying for long. By Thursday this week, the high will reach 82 degrees.
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Highs gradually begin creeping into the mid-70s Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Sunday's early morning freeze brought images of oranges with icicles out of Umatilla. The icicles form from the the irrigation systems that are used to keep the plants safe.
RELATED: Icicles form on oranges at Umatilla citrus grove
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FREEZE WARNINGS
A hard freeze came through for many in Central Florida in the early hours of Sunday morning. A hard freeze warning is put in place when the temperatures drop to 28 degrees or below for an extended period of time.
No hard freeze warnings have been extended into Monday, although a few counties will get a freeze warning overnight Sunday. These include Osceola, Southern Brevard and Polk counties.
A freeze occurs when temperatures reach 32 degrees or lower. At those temperatures, dangerous consequences can result. Plants, pipes and sprinklers risk being damaged without proper care. Pets and vulnerable people may become sick if left unprotected from the outside elements.
The National Weather Service warns during hard freezes, many plants and seasonal vegetation will be destroyed. It's important to take the proper precautions during both freezes and hard freezes.
WIND CHILL ADVISORIES
All wind chill advisories in Central Florida have been suspended.
Residents saw wind chills this weekend that ranged from 21 to 32 degrees. A wind chill advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Make sure you dress appropriately for the cold weather if you're headed outside, including a coat, a hat and gloves.
In Orange, Seminole and Brevard counties, should a wind chill warning go into effect, it will indicate that wind chill temperatures have hit 20 degrees or lower for three hours or more with winds 10 mph or greater. In Lake and Volusia, a warning happens when wind chill temperatures hit 15 degrees or lower, for three hours or more with winds 10 mph or greater.
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COLD SHELTERS
As temperatures continue to drop in the area, many Central Florida counties will be opening their doors for those in need of heat. Click here to see locations and times for cold shelters in your area.
TAKING CARE OF YOUR PLANTS
Residents should also take special care of their plants during the drop in temperature.
Experts advise using frost blankets to keep plants healthy during a cold snap. Make sure the blanket is secured with something heavy so the blanket doesn't lift if it becomes windy.
Hanging and smaller potted plants that can be moved indoors. Those are highly susceptible to colder temperatures.
Do not use anything heavy or made of plastic to protect your plants. The main goal is to provide insulation between the plant and outside air, according to experts.
Experts say you should cover your plants before it gets too cold outside to trap any residual daytime heating under the covers and next to your plants.
KEEPING YOUR PETS WARM
It's not only important to keep yourself warm, but your pets as well.
The general rule to follow is if it's too cold for you, it's too cold for your pets to be outside.
Much like in Florida's heat, the National Weather Service says to never leave your dog or cat alone in the car during cold weather. They advise that you keep your pets indoors if possible, especially if they are sensitive to the cold weather due to age, illness or breed.