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Trees will NOT explode in cold weather

Are trees really exploding in the severe cold? Sort of

With severe cold hitting much of the country, some unusual phenomena like "exploding trees" could be on the way. Here's what to know.

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Arctic blast probably won't cause trees to explode in the cold — but here's what happens if and when they do go boom

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Exploding trees from cold in Michigan? Here's what really happens

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Are exploding trees a real thing? What to know about frost cracks

Chip Murrow had never heard the term "exploding trees" in his 30 years as a forester for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

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Can trees really 'explode' in extreme cold?

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No, trees don’t explode when it gets cold, but they do go pop

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Can extreme cold cause trees to explode? Elton Rogers with DNR explains

People online are saying the extreme cold will make trees explode.

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So cold that trees will explode? Not exactly, expert explains

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Do trees actually explode when it gets cold?

‘Exploding Trees’ Map Shows States Most at Risk During Winter Storm

Local meteorologists warned that when coupled with wind chill, temperatures would feel as cold as minus 54 degrees. The temperatures are life-threatening to humans and can also cause trees to "explode," according to a meteorologist who warned of the phenomenon on X on Tuesday night.

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Can trees explode in Minnesota? Here's what really happens

Tree sap is mostly water with sugars and minerals, and like many liquids, it expands when it freezes. Gradual freezes usually don’t harm trees — even if it gradually cools to subzero — but plunging temperature swings cause uneven freezing and internal pressure. This stress can crack the bark and wood, producing what sounds like a loud pop.

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Experts say trees won’t fully implode during frigid temperatures but you could see ‘frost cracking’

Exploding trees. It doesn't quite happen the way it’s portrayed on social media.

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Exploding trees in Wisconsin? DNR provides clarification on possible frigid phenomenon

(WFRV) – Amidst plenty of viral posts regarding ‘exploding’ trees due to cold temperatures, officials with the DNR provided some clarification. WFRV talked with a Forest Health Specialist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources about the possibility of ‘exploding’ trees in frigid weather.

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How to Protect Young Trees from Winter Cracking and Frost

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 lead to bark cracking and splitting. These issues can ...