Extreme Cold/Wind Chill in Lake, Ohio

Temperatures dipped below freezing for several hours causing extensive damage to crops and produce. As much as 80 percent of the grape crop was destroyed and damage to fruit trees was also significant. A cooperative observer in Painesville reported a low of 28 degrees. Monetary losses from this freeze were significant.

An area of strong high pressure was centered over the upper Ohio Valley on the morning of April 29th. Clear skies and calm winds allowed for very cold low temperatures. Readings in some areas dipped into the lower 20s and temperatures were below freezing at most locations for several hours. As much as 80 percent of the grape crop was destroyed. Fruit trees in northern Ohio were also hard hit. Monetary losses from this freeze were significant.