The effect will occasionally cause tree branches to suddenly fall and whole trunks to collapse, which is dangerous, but the phenomenon isn't always as violent as the name suggests. Instead of trees ...

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

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

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

Thanks to a viral social media post, 'exploding trees' have been a hot topic, but the phenomenon probably isn't exactly what you're thinking.

The recent cold temperatures have led to online posts claiming that trees are exploding from the cold. Emily Swihart, Horticulture Educator with the University of Illinois Extension, spoke with Our ...

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

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ice coats trees in Austin during a past winter freeze. (Andrea Ball/Staff) Many Americans are suddenly concerned about "exploding ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Kids enjoy the snow day to use the large hill at Henry Park in Rockville on Monday, January 26, 2026, in Vernon. (Jim ...

Severe cold temperatures hitting much of the country this week could branch out − literally. As people brace for the winter weather, some social media posts in recent days have warned of the chance of ...