Frost cracks appear as vertical splits in the trunk of a tree and are the result of plant tissue expansion and contraction.

The KSL Greenhouse Show explained why winter damage happens to trees and why sometimes, extremely low temperatures cause ...

After recent warnings on social media, Don Kinzler asked readers about their own frost cracks, and they delivered.

When temperatures plunge and the air goes painfully still, people in northern forests sometimes hear a sharp crack that ...

Learn about Exploding trees, its causes, signs, warnings, and safety tips in this article perfect for winter storm prep and ...

A viral social media post shared thousands of times warned of an “exploding tree risk." But experts say the dramatic imagery ...

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

When temperatures drop suddenly, trapped water can freeze and expand, splitting trunks with a gunshot-like sound ...

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

Here’s how it works: During a sudden cold snap, the sap and water inside a tree’s trunk freeze and expand. If this expansion ...

The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.

The recent cold temperatures have led to online posts claiming that trees are exploding from the cold. Emily Swihart, ...