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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.
Don Kinzler provides the truth behind the recent social media hype about 'exploding trees' from cold temperatures.
Weather Forecaster Kendra Heath breaks down the rare instance of exploding trees.
A guide to exploding trees. We look at what this winter occurrence is and what homeowners can do to keep trees safe on their ...
Exploding trees may be taking over your social media feed, but a local gardening expert says you are unlikely to see them in your own backyard.
If you’ve been online lately, you may have seen alarming headlines claiming that “exploding trees” are waking people up across the country. The reports describe a loud bang in the middle of the night, ...
A viral social media post shared thousands of times warned of an “exploding tree risk." But experts say the dramatic imagery is a bit overblown.