On Monday at 1:03 a.m. the National Weather Service released a frost advisory valid for Tuesday between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m. for St. Lawrence, Franklin, Clinton and Essex counties.

The weather service adds to prepare for, "Temperatures in the low 30s will result in patchy frost formation."

"Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered," explains the weather service. "Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold."

What to do if there is a frost advisory

Frost advisories are issued from May to October (but can be extended if necessary) when temperatures, winds, and sky cover are favorable for frost development. This is most likely to happen when the temperature is 36 degrees or less. In some cases, the frost is severe enoug

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