With the coldest air of the season on its way, you might be wondering... "Isn't it a little early for this?"

Well, yes and no! I looked at our climate records for Augusta, and our average first freeze (where temperatures hit 32°F) is typically around November 5th. So, we actually made it a bit past the average this year.

However, the "hard freeze" (when temps drop to 28°F or below) we're expecting on Monday night is right on time! The average first hard freeze for Augusta is usually around November 19th.

Since it looks like this freeze is a sure thing, it's the perfect time for a reminder on freeze safety. Just remember the 4 P's: People, Pets, Plants, and Pipes! • People: Check on elderly family and neighbors to make sure their heat is working. When you go outside, dress in warm laye

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