Turtles

Missouri has plenty of deadly spiders and snakes that could either end your life or cause you to have a very bad day. But, did you know that one of the top 5 animals most likely to take your life in the Show Me State is one you'd never guess in a million years. I couldn't stop laughing when I learned it and you might respond the same way, too.

If you have a tiny pet turtle, you might be in danger. There is seriously a salmonella outbreak in Missouri and 10 other states that is linked to this small creature.

Whoever comes up with these safest city rankings really should incorporate statistics involving turtles in my opinion. This is a great example. A place in Missouri that is regularly named among the safest place in the state is actually full of vicious snapping turtles and I can prove it with science.

It's not easy being a law enforcement officer. You just never know what challenges you're going to face each day. Today, the Missouri Highway Patrol had an unexpected encounter as they were forced to chase down a pet turtle on the run.

If you need proof that even turtles need a way to cool off in this hot weather, I've found it. A family in the Midwest just shared video of 5 tortoises enjoying their sprinkler. A lot.