Pennsylvania weather alert: Freeze warnings issued for several regions

A freeze warning and frost threat have been issued for parts of Pennsylvania. In Schuylkill County, a freeze warning is in effect from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. EDT on Sunday, October 18, 2026, with temperatures expected to reach between 25 and 30°F.

Other areas, including Scranton and near State College, are also facing low temperatures and frost threats during the overnight period of October 17–19. In Schuylkill County, the freezing temperatures are most likely to occur in valleys and sheltered rural areas. Residents are advised to protect sensitive plants, crops, and exposed outdoor plumbing from potential damage.