Apparently, concerns of exploding trees this winter have circulated online as people in multiple states prepare for more bone-chilling temperatures. If this winter hasn’t been cold enough for you, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As Oklahomans brace for the winter weather, some social media posts in recent days have warned of the chance for exploding trees.

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 ...

FLORENCE — The weekend ice storm has produced reports of a rare phenomenon known as "exploding trees," although authorities said what likely is happening is popping caused by ice on trees.

Experts say trees do not explode but can crack loudly due to rapid temperature changes. This phenomenon, known as "frost cracking," occurs when tree sap freezes and expands. Young trees, thin-barked ...