When sap freezes, it expands, putting pressure on the tree’s bark. If too much pressure builds up, it can pop, or “explode.” ...

Extreme cold is in the forecast for some parts of KOTA Territory. Trees, animals, and people can all be affected by extremely ...

Experts say frost cracks occur when trees expand and contract unevenly during rapid temperature drops, which can cause a tree ...

WTOL 11 meteorologist John Burchfield explains the science behind 'exploding trees' and lets you know if they are really worth all the hype.

Experts are reacting to several viral posts on social media about the phenomenon, known as “exploding trees”, saying it’s extremely rare, but not completely unheard of. “It’s not completely being made ...

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara hosts the first of two community town hall meetings on public safety Wednesday evening The ...

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

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DETROIT – Parts of Michigan are at risk for “exploding trees” because of the extremely cold weather. Highs in Metro Detroit ...

The North Dakota Highway Patrol has seen traffic accidents begin to stack up in Fargo-Moorhead this week, and that will ...

Can trees really explode in the extreme cold? Rumors are spreading on social media that the frigid temperatures in the Upper ...

Extreme cold can be life-threatening for people, animals and ... trees? Minnesota is in for dangerous cold Jan. 22-23, ...