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 ...

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.

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 ...

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

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A viral social media post shared thousands of times warned of an “exploding tree risk” as temperatures from the Northern Plains to ...

Learn the science behind "exploding trees," why extreme cold causes frost cracks and which species are most at risk.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A viral social media post shared thousands of times warned of an “exploding tree risk” as temperatures in the Northern Plains and ...

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.

Experts say trees do not explode but can crack loudly due to rapid temperature changes. This phenomenon, known as "frost cracking," occurs when tree sap freezes and expands. Young trees, thin-barked ...