Temperatures dropping so low in South Florida that forecasters warn residents about falling iguanas.
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.MIAMI -- The National Weather Service routinely warns people about falling rain, snow and hail, but temperatures are dropping so low in South Florida the forecasters warned residents Tuesday about falling iguanas.
“This isn't something we usually forecast, but don't be surprised if you see Iguanas falling from the trees tonight as lows drop into the 30s and 40s. Brrrr!" NWS Miami tweeted. The low temperatures stun the invasive reptiles, but the iguanas won't necessarily die. That means many will wake up as temperatures rise Wednesday.
Iguanas aren't dangerous or aggressive to humans, but they damage seawalls, sidewalks, landscape foliage and can dig lengthy tunnels. The males can grow to at least 5 feet long and weigh nearly 20 pounds . Female iguanas can lay nearly 80 eggs a year, and South Florida's warm climate is perfect for the prehistoric-lookingIguanas are allowed to be kept as
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