“EXPLODING TREES are possible in the Midwest and Northern Plains on Friday and Saturday, as temperatures are forecasted to fall 20 degrees BELOW zero!” Max Velocity, a popular meteorology account, ...
There is a inaccurate rumor spreading online that the extreme cold that will blanket the Midwest will make trees explode.
The Iowa DNR says sap that's warmed by the sun during the day can rapidly freeze, causing it to expand when the temperatures ...
A viral claim suggested trees can explode in the Arctic cold. That's not entirely true, though they do crack under the pressure.
The specialist, though, said he has never seen a tree “explode” due to cold temperatures, as it is extremely rare.
As a brutal winter storm begins to form, the majority of the US is bracing for hazardous conditions this week. Meteorologists have warned that expected subzero temperatures could cause ‘exploding ...
Should you add exploding trees to the many unpleasant surprises that come with extreme cold or is it just another myth?
Learn about Exploding trees, its causes, signs, warnings, and safety tips in this article perfect for winter storm prep and ...
Apparently, concerns of exploding trees this winter have circulated online as people in multiple states prepare for more bone ...
WASHINGTON D.C., DC — Hazardous conditions are expected throughout much of the nation as a major winter storm continues to take shape this week. Days ahead of the storm’s expected arrival, there were ...
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Do trees actually explode from 'extreme' cold?

Can trees really explode in the extreme cold? Rumors are spreading on social media that the frigid temperatures in the Upper Midwest this week could mean exploding trees. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down ...