The Texas A&M Forest Service debunked a false viral claim that trees explode in the cold. Here's what can really happen.
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Exploding trees have hit the headlines, but should you be concerned about trees on your property?
A guide to exploding trees. We look at what this winter occurrence is and what homeowners can do to keep trees safe on their ...
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Are "exploding trees" a serious threat during the winter storms causing havoc in the US?
As monstrous winter storms rip through large parts of North America, the online rumor mills are blustering with reports of ...
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Are ‘Exploding Trees’ Possible in U.S. During Extreme Cold Snap? Some Experts Are Pushing Back
One expert suggested the phenomenon is actually called "frost cracking" ...
As temperatures drop in Iowa this weekend, curiosity and concern about trees exploding from the cold have grown. Here's what ...
A viral social media post shared thousands of times warned of an “exploding tree risk." But experts say the dramatic imagery ...
Dread it. Run from it. But it appears that whether we like it or not, the great blizzard of 2026 is set to hit a significant portion of the United States ...
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Exploding Trees Aren’t a Mystery. Indigenous Cultures Have Been Tracking Them for Centuries.
Exploding trees have special meaning for many Indigenous cultures, usually marking the passage of time.
Viral social media posts say trees can explode in severely dropping temperatures. Experts say the more likely phenomenon is known as "frost cracking." ...
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