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: Meteor Spotted in Allegheny County, Western Pennsylvania

A suspected meteorite landed near Cleveland, Ohio, on Tuesday morning, March 17, after a bright fireball was reported across multiple states, including Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Michigan — and as far as Virginia and Canada. NASA and the National Weather Service confirmed the event, describing the space rock as weighing about 7 tons and traveling at nearly 45,000 mph. The impact released energy equivalent to 250 tons of TNT, rattling windows and triggering hundreds of emergency calls from alarmed residents.

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: Brush Fire Burns 10 Acres in Antioch, California, Prompts Health Advisory

A three-alarm brush fire known as the Willow Fire broke out in Antioch, California, on Tuesday, July 15, burning at least 10 acres near Oakley Road and Willow Avenue. Thick black smoke spread across the area, prompting Contra Costa County officials to issue a public health advisory at 5:45 p.m. for nearby communities. By around 6 p.m., firefighters managed to contain the fire's perimeter, and the advisory was lifted at 8 p.m. No serious injuries were reported.

US: Somersville Fire Prompts Evacuations in Antioch, California

A brush fire erupted in Antioch, California, prompting evacuations on Wednesday, June 18. The fire, dubbed the Somersville Fire, started just after 7:00 p.m. near Somersville Road and quickly spread to over 200 acres. Fire authorities issued evacuation warnings for residents in the area, though the warnings were later lifted.

US: Somersville Fire Prompts Evacuations in Antioch, California 2

A brush fire erupted in Antioch, California, prompting evacuations on Wednesday, June 18. The fire, dubbed the Somersville Fire, started just after 7:00 p.m. near Somersville Road and quickly spread to over 200 acres. Fire authorities issued evacuation warnings for residents in the area, though the warnings were later lifted.

US: Mid-Missouri Hit by Severe Storms and Possible Tornado, Thousands Lose Power

Severe storms swept through mid-Missouri on Sunday, April 20, prompting tornado warnings and causing widespread damage. A possible tornado in Callaway County injured one person in New Bloomfield. Thousands of customers experienced power outages.