By Dylan Munashe Dzenga
The Meteorological Services Department has issued a warning for severe ground frost in certain areas of the country, including Bulawayo.
The warning is in effect from today (Thursday) until tomorrow (Friday). The affected areas include Matopos, Lupane, Nkayi, Gweru, Chivhu, and Hwedza. Moderate ground frost is expected in Kezi, West Nicholson, Masvingo, Kadoma, Marondera, and Mvuma.
“During this period take protective measures for both plants and livestock. Monitor temperature within fowl-runs and adjust accordingly to reduce these impacts of cold conditions of birds and animals. poultry, especially day-old chicks, are sensitive to overnight decline in temperatures.
“For crops take heed of some of these short-term methods like overhead irrigation of frost prone crops (late evening or before sunrise), mulching, increasing wind speed through fans, warming the area using controlled heaters.
Consult your local Agritex officer for better advice keep informed through official meteorological services department platforms,” reads part of the warning.