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

As temperatures drop in Iowa this weekend, curiosity and concern about trees exploding from the cold have grown. Here's what ...

What are ‘exploding trees’? The winter phenomenon may not be what you think

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 Aren’t a Mystery. Indigenous Cultures Have Been Tracking Them for Centuries.

Exploding trees have special meaning for many Indigenous cultures, usually marking the passage of time.

No, You Don’t Have To Worry About Exploding Trees During The Upcoming Blizzard

Dread it. Run from it. But it appears that whether we like it or not, the great blizzard of 2026 is set to hit a significant portion of the United States ...