Exploding Trees, Really? Here's What the Science Says

Profile picture for user ana
By Ana-Marija Dolaskie — Jan 22, 2026

Related content:

Possible risks of combining calcium-channel blockers and antibiotics
Blood pressure drugs and breast cancer: An early warning?
The Hunt for Non-Opioid, Non-Addictive Painkillers
Questions about most-prescribed blood pressure med
Breakthrough in Understanding Metastasis: Healthy Cells Do It, Too
The term 'exploding trees' has been trending on social media, given the frigid cold temps blanketing the Midwest, and some influencers out there are fueling the misinformation. So what's the science say? Hear us out.

Watch this video and more on our YouTube channel. 

Subscribe to our newsletter
Profile picture for user ana

Ana-Marija Dolaskie

Recent articles by this author:
Exploding Trees, Really? Here's What the Science Says
This 'Smart' Pill Knows If You Took It: Then Tells On You
You Can Now Test for Cervical Cancer at Home – New Guidelines Explained
Super Flu: Is it legit, and does this year's flu vaccine cover it?
TikTok Is Wrong About Gout, But Fuels Misinformation Anyway
All articles by this author
ACSH relies on donors like you. If you enjoy our work, please contribute.

Make your tax-deductible gift today!

 

 

Popular articles

ACSH Podcasts

Latest from Josh

Latest from Chuck