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.

US: Massive Warehouse Fire Rages in Baltimore’s Remington Neighborhood

A four-alarm fire engulfed a commercial warehouse in Baltimore’s Remington neighborhood near 23rd Street and Hampden Avenue on November 7, 2025, sending a massive plume of smoke over the city. The blaze led to the evacuation of 23 nearby residents just 50 feet away, but no injuries were reported among civilians or firefighters.

US: Thick Smoke Fills BWI Airport After Vehicle Fire, Disrupting Traffic

A vehicle caught fire at the Thurgood Marshall Baltimore-Washington International Airport on Monday, April 7. The blaze started near the lower level terminal roadway, filling the airport with smoke and forcing lanes temporarily to close. No injuries were reported.

US: Large Fire Breaks Out In Downtown Baltimore, Damaging Buildings

A five-alarm fire broke out in downtown Baltimore on Sunday, September 22, affecting six buildings, including one residential building and five businesses. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Officials closed roads and suspended light-rail service in the downtown area.