The area could see record cold temperatures as a result of this winter storm.

With severe cold hitting much of the country, some unusual phenomena like "exploding trees" could be on the way. Here's what to know.

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

North Jerseyans should be aware of the effects of extreme cold this weekend, from frostbite and numbness to ... exploding ...

As temperatures plunge in Minnesota, residents are warned that the brutal cold can cause local trees to crack, especially maples and birches, putting their health at risk.

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

On social media, people are wondering if trees can explode from the cold temperatures. Experts say that drastic drops in temperature can cause frost cracks that can run through the tree.

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 ...

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

What to know before the extreme cold settles in.

A viral claim suggested trees can explode in the Arctic cold. That's not entirely true, though they do crack under the pressure.