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How to protect plants

During frost, there is a chance that exposed plants will be damaged.

The National Weather Service recommends:

• Bring sensitive plants into the house.
• Covering outdoor plants with various materials, such as: B. Antifreeze cloths, blankets, towels, cardboard boxes, liquid antifreeze and Styrofoam cups for cacti.

How to prevent pipes from bursting

When temperatures drop to freezing, pipes are at risk of bursting due to water expansion. According to Consumer Reports, burst pipes are one of the most common causes of property damage during freezing temperatures.

According to the American Red Cross and Weather Service, here’s how to prepare:

• If there are water supply lines in the garage, keep your garage doors closed.
• Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warmer air to circulate closer to plumbing fixtures.
• Allow cold water to drip from faucets connected to outdoor or unheated indoor pipes.
• Cover exposed pipes.