Social media posts warned of "exploding trees" when temperatures drop to 20 degrees below zero.

Forecasters warn an extreme winter storm could trigger rare “exploding trees” across the Upper Midwest as temperatures plunge ...

The internet is buzzing with talk of “exploding trees.” While it makes for a snappy headline, meteorologist Brendan Johnson ...

We're not even one month into 2026, and with everything that's happening, now we have to deal with exploding trees? No, not ...

As more than half of the United States braces for a powerful winter storm, some meteorologists are warning on social media that “exploding trees” are possible.

“EXPLODING TREES are possible in the Midwest and Northern Plains on Friday and Saturday, as temperatures are forecasted to ...

An arctic blast has sent cold air across the United States, causing trees to break suddenly in what looks like an explosion.

Exploding trees? Extreme cold snaps in Chicago can cause trees to crack and burst from freezing stress. Tree experts explain ...

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

It turns out that trees can actually explode when temperatures drop.

Experts say it’s extremely rare, but not completely unheard of.