Freeze Warning Issued Across Tennessee Valley

Crops and pipes at risk as temperatures plummet overnight

Mar. 28, 2026 at 12:34am

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A widespread freeze is impacting a multi-state region from Missouri and Illinois through Indiana, Kentucky, and into parts of West Virginia and Virginia, with temperatures dropping into the mid-20s to low 30s overnight. Freeze Warnings and Watches are in effect, threatening crops, power demand, and exposed plumbing systems.

Why it matters

The freeze poses a significant threat to agriculture and infrastructure across the Mid-South region, potentially causing widespread crop losses and disrupting early-morning travel and power supply. Residents and farmers will need to take precautions to protect sensitive plants and pipes.

The details

According to the National Weather Service, Freeze Warnings remain in effect overnight into Saturday morning for southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, southeast Missouri, and much of Kentucky, with lows reaching 22 to 28 degrees in some areas. A Freeze Watch is also in place across eastern Kentucky, southwest Virginia, and southern West Virginia for late Saturday night into Sunday morning, signaling another hard freeze likely. Cities including Paducah, Evansville, Cape Girardeau, Bowling Green, Lexington, and Louisville will see the coldest window before sunrise Saturday.

  • The Freeze Warning is in effect from 1 AM until 9 AM on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
  • Another round of freezing temperatures is expected late Saturday night into Sunday morning.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing weather alerts and warnings.

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What’s next

Additional weather advisories are likely as temperatures trend below freezing again late Saturday night into Sunday morning, particularly across eastern Kentucky and the central Appalachians.

The takeaway

This freeze event poses a serious threat to agriculture and infrastructure across the Mid-South region, underscoring the importance of preparedness and resilience in the face of extreme weather. Residents and farmers must take proactive steps to protect their property and livelihoods.