According to a recent report, the extremely cold weather conditions in Florida could result in falling Iguanas in the area, which are sensitive to colder weather.
The Christmas week has been marked by cold weather, blizzard and ice conditions, affecting many United States travelers looking forward to enjoying the Holiday with their families and friends.
The extremely cold weather caused slick roads and a foggy environment that caused flight delays and cancellations.
June 27, 2022 in Delray Beach, Florida
The severe winter weather also produced heavy snow and strong winds, making it more challenging for many Americans to celebrate the Holiday.
A recent report showed that about 50 million people in the United States were under winter warnings and advisories.
Frigid conditions impact on wildlife
However, animals are also affected by severe weather.
According to AccuWeather's recent news, the freezing conditions in Florida could impact wildlife in the region, especially Iguanas.
AccuWeather explained that Iguanas could be affected by extremely cold weather because they are not used to it or native to cold weather.
The frigid conditions could make them immobile, causing them to fall from trees or their habitats, noting that the below-normal temperatures in Florida Peninsula are expected to persist until the end of December.
The freezing weather could be challenging for wildlife like Iguanas.
U.S Weather
According to a recent advisory, the National Weather Prediction Center reported that portions of the United States could still expect heavy snow and wintry conditions.
The advisory added that lake-effect snow could emerge in the Great Lakes.
Residents and motorists traveling to the said area should be careful with lake-effect snow and reduced road visibility due to the weather conditions.
Meanwhile, Northern Plains could experience a cold front.
On the other hand, a fast-moving storm could unload snow and wintry conditions in Lower Mississippi Valley and Plains.
With the extremely cold weather and frigid conditions, the National Weather Service NY reminded the importance of preventing prolonged exposure to cold weather, including your pets.
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The advisory cautioned Americans of cold-related health risks like frostbite and hypothermia, which could become dangerous.
The report advised residents to strictly wear layered winter clothes, covering parts of their bodies.
Both frostbite and hypothermia could occur in very cold temperatures, and babies and older adults are the most vulnerable.
According to the National Weather Service, seeking immediate medical attention is crucial.
Meanwhile, homeowners should ensure that their pets stay at home.
Plants sensitive to cold weather could cover it.
In the previous report, one of the most common issues among homeowners is frozen pipes during the emergence of extremely cold temperatures.
Frozen pipe repairs could be costly.
Freezing pipes could become problematic, especially during winter. According to American Red Cross, it is important to know how homeowners can avoid spending high costs on frozen pipes repair.
Here are some important tips that homeowners can remember:
- Homeowners should ensure that water on the swimming pool, sprinklers and hose is drained.
- Put insulation to portions of the house with pipe systems to maintain the right temperatures and avoid freezing.
- Homeowners should ensure that doors in the pipe water supply system are closed, for instance, in the garage.
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