TAMPA - Get ready to bundle up as temperatures across the Tampa Bay area are expected to plummet tonight, with wind chills dipping into the upper 20s and low 30s.

What we know:

The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for northern counties, urging residents to take precautions as the first major cold snap of the season moves in.

Local veterinarians are reminding residents that if you’re cold, your pets are cold too.

Indoor and outdoor pets should be brought inside, and pet owners are encouraged to shorten walks and monitor outdoor time closely.

What they're saying:

"The cold weather affects them just as it would affect us — and sometimes even more. Pets can lose body heat quickly, so it’s important to be considerate of the time they spend outside," said Dr. Jenese W

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