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

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

When temperatures plunge and the air goes painfully still, people in northern forests sometimes hear a sharp crack that ...

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

The Texas A&M Forest Service debunked a false viral claim that trees explode in the cold. Here's what can really happen.

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

An exploding tree claim has gone viral as the U.S. brace for an Arctic blast that will send temperatures plunging, triggering ...

Tree sap is mostly water with sugars and minerals, and like many liquids, it expands when it freezes. Gradual freezes usually ...

Claims have been made on social media about how exploding trees could occur due to extremely cold temperatures. Trees will ...

Viral social media posts say trees can explode in severe temperatures. Experts say the more likely phenomenon is known as ...

Exploding trees? Extreme cold snaps in Chicago can cause trees to crack and burst from freezing stress. Tree experts explain ...

Sudden or severe cold temperature can cause trees to experience "frost crack." NPR's Scott Simon talks with Bill McNee of the ...