US: Time-Lapse Shows Massive Smoke From Babylon Fire in Utah

This time-lapse, filmed on Monday, July 6, shows massive smoke rising from the Babylon Fire burning near Monticello, Utah. The fire grew to 101,073 acres and reached 11% containment by Wednesday, with more than 1,353 personnel deployed to fight it. Five structures have been destroyed, and the cause remains under investigation.

US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations 2

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

Disaster drill held in Tokyo

Disaster drill held in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Crown Prince Naruhito addresses at the beginning of a major disaster preparedness drill held Oct. 24 for the first time in five years in Tokyo's Koto Ward. Around 1,200 fire fighters from 207 fire stations throughout Japan participated in the emergency drill.

Disaster drill held in Tokyo

Disaster drill held in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Crown Prince Naruhito addresses at the beginning of a major disaster preparedness drill held Oct. 24 for the first time in five years in Tokyo's Koto Ward. Around 1,200 fire fighters from 207 fire stations throughout Japan participated in the emergency drill.