Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above- ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 5 to 15 degrees. * WHERE...Far southeast Arkansas, northeast Louisiana, and much of central and southern Mississippi. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Extremely cold conditions will result in damage to exposed pipes, and water main breaks are expected.