What are ‘exploding trees’? The winter phenomenon may not be what you think

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.

Can Trees Explode From Cold? Viral 'Exploding Trees' Warning Explained As Winter Storm Sweeps US

Forecasters warn an extreme winter storm could trigger rare “exploding trees” across the Upper Midwest as temperatures plunge ...

What are "exploding trees"? Here's what can really happen to trees in cold weather

Every time arctic air drops south, and temperatures plummet well below zero, social media lights up with a scary (and slightly cinematic) rumor called "exploding trees." ...

Fears of 'exploding trees' after an extreme freeze are overblown, Texas A&M experts say

The Texas A&M Forest Service debunked a false viral claim that trees explode in the cold. Here's what can really happen.
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Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources debunks viral claims over exploding trees

Social media has been buzzing about ‘exploding trees’; however, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says that ...

Are ‘exploding trees’ real? Expert explains viral winter videos | ChicagoLIVE

A Morton Arboretum plant knowledge specialist explains why trees can crack during winter and what viewers are seeing in viral ...

Meteorologists warn of ‘exploding trees’ as brutal cold snap expected to usher in subzero temps

A tree-mendous freeze. Forecasters are warning that expected subzero temperatures could cause trees to explode as a brutal ...