With severe cold hitting much of the country, some unusual phenomena like "exploding trees" could be on the way. Here's what to know.

An arctic blast has sent cold air across the United States, causing trees to break suddenly in what looks like an explosion.

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Forecasters warn an extreme winter storm could trigger rare “exploding trees” across the Upper Midwest as temperatures plunge below zero, causing sap inside trees to freeze and crack bark. The storm ...

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

With severe cold hitting much of the country, some unusual phenomena like "exploding trees" could be on the way. Here's what to know.

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

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 ...

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.

North Jerseyans should be aware of the effects of extreme cold this weekend, from frostbite and numbness to ... exploding ...

We verify 'exploding trees' that's made its rounds on social media during the bitter cold temps ...

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.