Social media posts warned of "exploding trees" when temperatures drop to 20 degrees below zero.

If you’ve been online lately, you may have seen alarming headlines claiming that “exploding trees” are waking people up ...

When temperatures plunge and the air goes painfully still, people in northern forests sometimes hear a sharp crack that ...

Will it get so cold that the trees in your yard explode and fall over? Here's the weather science behind all the "exploding tree" talk.

Most trees are dormant through the winter's coldest months.

Here’s how it works: During a sudden cold snap, the sap and water inside a tree’s trunk freeze and expand. If this expansion ...

Frost cracks appear as vertical splits in the trunk of a tree and are the result of plant tissue expansion and contraction.

A viral social media post shared thousands of times warned of an “exploding tree risk." But experts say the dramatic imagery is overblown.

As more than half of the United States braces for a powerful winter storm, some meteorologists are warning on social media that “exploding trees” are possible.

A viral social media post shared thousands of times warned of an “exploding tree risk." But experts say the dramatic imagery is a bit overblown.

Weather Forecaster Kendra Heath breaks down the rare instance of exploding trees.

Learn about Exploding trees, its causes, signs, warnings, and safety tips in this article perfect for winter storm prep and ...