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Exploding trees? A closer look at frost cracking

Frost cracks appear as vertical splits in the trunk of a tree and are the result of plant tissue expansion and contraction.
Social media posts warned of "exploding trees" when temperatures drop to 20 degrees below zero.
When temperatures plunge and the air goes painfully still, people in northern forests sometimes hear a sharp crack that ...
Exploding trees may be taking over your social media feed, but a local gardening expert says you are unlikely to see them in ...
Weather Forecaster Kendra Heath breaks down the rare instance of exploding trees.
Most trees are dormant through the winter's coldest months.
Here’s how it works: During a sudden cold snap, the sap and water inside a tree’s trunk freeze and expand. If this expansion ...
A viral social media post shared thousands of times warned of an “exploding tree risk." But experts say the dramatic imagery is overblown.
The KSL Greenhouse Show explained why winter damage happens to trees and why sometimes, extremely low temperatures cause ...
Is extreme cold weather exploding trees? Or are people getting dupped by AI videos shared online that appear to show trees exploding in the old.
Learn about Exploding trees, its causes, signs, warnings, and safety tips in this article perfect for winter storm prep and ...
After recent warnings on social media, Don Kinzler asked readers about their own frost cracks, and they delivered.