On Wednesday at 1:35 a.m. a frost advisory was issued by the National Weather Service valid for Thursday between 3 a.m. and 9 a.m. for Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston and Chautauqua counties.

The weather service says to anticipate, "Temperatures in the mid 30s will result in patchy frost formation."

"Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left unprotected," 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 enough to end the growing s

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