An arctic blast has sent cold air across the United States, causing trees to break suddenly in what looks like an explosion.
A viral claim suggested trees can explode in the Arctic cold. That's not entirely true, though they do crack under the pressure.
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The 'exploding tree' phenomenon explained by science
Thanks to a viral social media post, 'exploding trees' have been a hot topic, but the phenomenon probably isn't exactly what you're thinking.
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Do trees actually explode in freezing weather? An expert explains
When temperatures plunge and the air goes painfully still, people in northern forests sometimes hear a sharp crack that ...
Firefighters were battling a dangerous commercial blaze in South El Monte Wednesday afternoon, with propane tanks exploding ...
Don Kinzler provides the truth behind the recent social media hype about 'exploding trees' from cold temperatures.
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