Videos capture trees seemingly 'explode' in extreme cold

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

‘Exploding trees’ are going viral online. Here’s why Connecticut trees aren’t at risk.

Amid a deep freeze that has settled in across much of the country in the wake of this past weekend's winter storm, social media has come ablaze with reports of "exploding trees" due to the cold.

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.

Like an Avalanche: Wild Video Captures the Violent Trigger Behind Solar Flares

Solar Orbiter captured the most detailed view of a solar flare, observing the build-up of events that lead to the explosion.
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Viral winter videos claim trees are exploding in this extreme cold weather, and an expert explains what's really going on

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Are "exploding trees" a serious threat during the winter storms causing havoc in the US?

As monstrous winter storms rip through large parts of North America, the online rumor mills are blustering with reports of ...