As a brutal winter storm takes shape, there are some eye-popping claims getting attention about the risk of "exploding trees." Here's what you need to know.

When sap freezes, it expands, putting pressure on the tree’s bark. If too much pressure builds up, it can pop, or “explode.” ...

Extreme cold is in the forecast for some parts of KOTA Territory. Trees, animals, and people can all be affected by extremely ...

As temperatures plunge and extreme cold watches spread across regions gripped by freezing weather, a new winter fear has taken hold online. Viral posts warning of 'exploding trees' have racked up ...

On Friday and Saturday, the maximum temperature is expected to remain in the single digits, with wind chills. Friday, ...

Experts say frost cracks occur when trees expand and contract unevenly during rapid temperature drops, which can cause a tree ...

WTOL 11 meteorologist John Burchfield explains the science behind 'exploding trees' and lets you know if they are really worth all the hype.

DETROIT – Parts of Michigan are at risk for “exploding trees” because of the extremely cold weather. Highs in Metro Detroit on Friday and Saturday are in the single digits, with wind chills Friday, ...

The North Dakota Highway Patrol has seen traffic accidents begin to stack up in Fargo-Moorhead this week, and that will ...

Amidst plenty of viral posts regarding ‘exploding’ trees due to cold temperatures, officials with the DNR provided some ...

Can trees really explode in the extreme cold? Rumors are spreading on social media that the frigid temperatures in the Upper ...

Residents living nearby Navy facilities in Kitsap County may notice increased noise and traffic in coming weeks, but that ...