You know a cold front has hit the South when these 5 things happen

When chilly weather moves through the coastal South, locals usually fall into one of two camps: those who cannot stand the cold, and those who cannot wait to break out their one pair of boots. Either way, a drop in temperature always causes a stir throughout the region, and sometimes bizarre behavior.

Here are five signs the coastal South is going through a cold front.

Shorts and puffer jackets

Unlike folks up north who are used to bundling up, many Southerners don’t know how to dress for chilly temperatures. Which is why you might see some odd combinations of warm and cold weather clothing — like socks and flip-flops or shorts and puffer jackets.

Falling iguanas

THUMP! Floridians know the familiar sound of “frozen” iguanas falling out of trees. These pervasive reptiles are a common sight, especially in South Florida, and when temperatures drop below 50˚F, they become stunned by the cold, and can drop to the ground. While they may look dead, this is a temporary condition and they will almost always come back as temperatures warm up.

Using every blanket in the house to cover outdoor plants

There might not be sheets on the bed, but at least those hibiscus and citrus trees are toasty and warm. Plant experts recommend covering outdoor plants when there is a danger of frost. Just remember to leave a few blankets for yourself.

Stocking up on essentials

The threat of frost can turn a Southerner into an end-times prepper. Don’t bother grocery shopping the day of a temperature drop. Essentials like bread, milk and toilet paper will likely be cleared from the shelves.

Sledding on garbage can lids

If there is actually a bit of snow or ice on the ground, Southern kids consider it prime sledding conditions — even though they probably don’t have a sled. Fortunately, lots of things can be used to coast down a hill, like flat pieces of cardboard, metal baking sheets and even trash can lids. The key is to find your “sled” quickly because the snow won’t last long.