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Experts Debunk Viral ‘Exploding Trees’ Claims as Frost Cracks During U.S. Arctic Cold

Forestry specialists say sudden deep freezes near minus 20°F can trigger loud trunk splits, not detonations.

Frozen Spaghetti Video From Minneapolis Meteorologist Goes Viral During U.S. Deep Freeze

Viral 'Exploding Trees' Claims Recast as Frost Cracks During U.S. Deep Freeze

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