Mechanism of Frost Cracks: When the temperature falls sharply, the liquid inside trees expands as it freezes, creating physical pressure that can result in vertical splits along the trunk. These ...

It’s most common in cherry trees as Arruda said their dark bark acts like a solar panel absorbing the sunlight and getting ...

A historic snow and ice storm will spread from the southern U.S. into New England by Sunday. Very little snow here, just a few puny clippers in sight. After 21 degrees below zero Friday morning at MSP ...

While everything seems to be cold, the hardwood inside the East Lansing gym has remained hot thanks to the efforts of Mr. Basketball hopeful K.J. Torbert.

We're not even one month into 2026, and with everything that's happening, now we have to deal with exploding trees? No, not ...

Tree sap is mostly water with sugars and minerals, and like many liquids, it expands when it freezes. Gradual freezes usually ...

This video features a delicious recipe for a Pecan Pie made with a buttery shortcrust pastry and a rich filling of maple ...

“This Arctic blast will be accompanied by gusty winds, leading to dangerous wind chills. The coldest wind chills may fall below -50 across the Northern Plains. Extreme cold warnings, extreme cold ...

In the aftermath of the Pulaski bonfire explosion, oral arguments about insurance coverage in civil lawsuits will be held ...

White sugar is stripped of nearly all vitamins and minerals during processing, while maple syrup retains antioxidants, prebiotic fiber, and essential nutrients—though both should be limited in your ...

The internet is buzzing with talk of “exploding trees.” While it makes for a snappy headline, meteorologist Brendan Johnson ...