(Blacksburg, VA) -- Parts of the commonwealth face the coldest week of fall as a freeze hits Blacksburg by Wednesday. Richard Stelling with more.Preview: Voicer Script:
Virginia is bracing for the first freeze of the fall season, with temperatures in the Blacksburg area expected to drop into the 30s this week. The National Weather Service warns of patchy frost and cold conditions, with lows near 31°F by Wednesday morning. Country Herald dot com reports residents are advised to take precautions, especially along Route 460, where frost may linger through Thursday. High winds will add to the chill, with gusts up to 22 mph on Tuesday night. The cold snap will gradually ease by the weekend, but frost remains a concern through midweek, prompting officials to recommend winterizing homes and gardens.