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Wisconsin's Cold Snap Might Make Trees Explode

Sudden subzero temperatures in the Midwest can cause trees to crack loudly as frozen sap expands, a real phenomenon known as frost cracking that can cause some serious damage.

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How to Keep Your Pipes From Bursting During a Freeze

Cold weather can cause pipes to freeze, build pressure, and burst, leading to thousands of dollars in water damage. Here’s how to protect your plumbing before temperatures drop.

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Why the Global Water Crisis Is Now Being Called Water Bankruptcy

A new UN report warns the world has entered “water bankruptcy,” not a temporary crisis, as aquifers, rivers, and lakes are depleted faster than nature can replenish them.

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