Exploding trees? You won’t believe what cold does to them

⚠ WATCH OUT ⚠ "Exploding Trees" aka "Frost Cracks" are Possible This Weekend in the Midwest. No, they don't actually explode but the expected extreme temperature drops can cause the sap inside trees and bushes to freeze rapidly. This causes pressure to build causing a sudden fracture called a "Frost Crack". Oak, maple, and fruit trees with high moisture content are the most vulnerable to "exploding". If you appreciate our forecast feel free to donate to our Venmo, my future ex wife is getting an

Ice is hazardous. For those who don’t believe in exploding trees, here’s an explanation: An exploded tree is a tree that splits or bursts due to extreme conditions, such as very cold temperatures or lightning strikes. In cold weather, the sap inside the tree can freeze and expand, causing the bark to crack and produce a loud noise, while lightning can heat the sap rapidly, creating steam pressure that causes the trunk to burst. Also known as a frost crack. Be very careful with #ice It’s dangerou

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