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The Texas A&M Forest Service debunked a false viral claim that trees explode in the cold. Here's what can really happen.

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

Weather Forecaster Kendra Heath breaks down the rare instance of exploding trees.

The Iowa DNR says sap that's warmed by the sun during the day can rapidly freeze, causing it to expand when the temperatures drop.

Most trees are dormant through the winter's coldest months.

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

Across the world, winter’s sudden freezes trigger sharp, gunshot-like cracks in trees, known as frost cracking. While branches may fall, fully “exploding” trees are extremely rare. Experts stress most ...