If you’ve ever planted a young tree, you know how much care they need, especially when cold weather rolls in. Winter brings freezing temperatures, harsh winds, and sudden temperature swings that can ...

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

Will it get so cold that the trees in your yard explode and fall over? Here's the weather science behind all the "exploding ...

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

Plant Medic columnist Ricky Kemery says it can be alarming to hear when a frost crack occurs, but frost cracks are generally ...

As Oklahomans weather bitter cold, some social media posts in recent days have warned of exploding trees. But experts say that's not entirely true.

Despite social media rumors circulating during the extreme cold snap, experts say trees are not going to explode — but homeowners should still be prepared for winter-related damage elsewhere. Much ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Trees in central Wisconsin may experience frost cracking as bitterly cold air returns later this week and continues for an extended period. As temperatures drop rapidly into ...

Sudden or severe cold temperature can cause trees to experience "frost crack." NPR's Scott Simon talks with Bill McNee of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources about what happens and why. If a ...

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 ...