• Freeze warnings issued across seven U.S. states: Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, and Indiana.
• Temperatures expected to drop into the 20s and low 30s Fahrenheit, posing risks to crops, outdoor plumbing, and vulnerable populations.
• Residents advised to take precautions such as covering plants, insulating pipes, and checking on neighbors to mitigate the impact of the cold snap.