Maryland Faces Freeze Warning Before Warmer Spring Weekend
A freeze warning has been issued for Maryland, effective from midnight until 9 a.m. on Wednesday. This warning covers the entire WJZ viewing area, as temperatures are expected to drop significantly. The forecast predicts temperatures plunging into the mid and upper 20s outside the Baltimore Beltway and closer to 30°F within the city. Wind chills are anticipated to fall into the upper teens and lower 20s across northern and northeastern Maryland. The cold snap is attributed to a combination of clear skies, dry air, and calm winds, which facilitate a rapid temperature drop after sunset. Residents are advised to protect sensitive plants by covering them or moving them indoors. Despite the cold start, temperatures are expected to rise into the upper 40s and lower 50s by Wednesday afternoon, accompanied by sunny weather. Another cold morning is expected on Thursday, but fewer areas are likely to experience freezing temperatures. 
