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.

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Phil Bougie, head mechanic at Autobus Beaconsfield-Scolaire lite, inspects the heating control system of a Lion electric school at their depot in Montreal, QC, Canada on September 12, 2025, after the government pulled the electric buses off the roads in the province following a fire. Photo by Graham Hughes/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Lion electric school buses are parked at the Autobus Beaconsfield-Scolaire elite depot in Montreal, QC, Canada on September 12, 2025, after the government pulled the electric buses off the roads in the province following a fire. Photo by Graham Hughes/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Electric School Bus - Montreal

A Lion electric school bus is parked at the Autobus Beaconsfield-Scolaire elite depot in Montreal, QC, Canada on September 12, 2025, after the government pulled the electric buses off the roads in the province following a fire. Photo by Graham Hughes/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Lion electric school buses in the garage at the Autobus Beaconsfield-Scolaire elite depot in Montreal, QC, Canada on September 12, 2025, after the government pulled the electric buses off the roads in the province following a fire. Photo by Graham Hughes/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Lion electric school buses in the garage at the Autobus Beaconsfield-Scolaire elite depot in Montreal, QC, Canada on September 12, 2025, after the government pulled the electric buses off the roads in the province following a fire. Photo by Graham Hughes/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Electric School Bus - Montreal

A Lion electric school bus in the garage at the Autobus Beaconsfield-Scolaire elite depot in Montreal, QC, Canada on September 12, 2025, after the government pulled the electric buses off the roads in the province following a fire. Photo by Graham Hughes/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Electric School Bus - Montreal

A Lion electric school bus is parked at the Autobus Beaconsfield-Scolaire elite depot in Montreal, QC, Canada on September 12, 2025, after the government pulled the electric buses off the roads in the province following a fire. Photo by Graham Hughes/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Electric School Bus - Montreal

Phil Bougie, head mechanic at Autobus Beaconsfield-Scolaire lite, inspects the heating control system of a Lion electric school at their depot in Montreal, QC, Canada on September 12, 2025, after the government pulled the electric buses off the roads in the province following a fire. Photo by Graham Hughes/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 6

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The blaze rapidly spread across Ventura and Los Angeles counties, putting more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings. This video shows a massive plume of smoke rising from the Hughes Fire, as seen from Simi Valley.

US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 7

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The blaze rapidly spread across Ventura and Los Angeles counties, putting more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings. This video shows a massive plume of smoke rising from the Hughes Fire, as seen from Simi Valley.

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

A damaged utility pole leans precariously over a road near the burn scar of the Hughes Fire in Santa Clarita, CA, USA on Jan. 23, 2025. The wildfire caused widespread destruction to power lines and infrastructure, with officials warning of prolonged outages in the affected area. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

A charred utility pole and debris litter the scorched ground near the Hughes Fire burn area in Santa Clarita, CA, USA on Jan. 23, 2025. The wildfire, fueled by dry conditions and strong winds, caused significant damage to infrastructure, leaving communities in the area without power. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

A haze of smoke and ash lingers over the blackened hills of the Angeles National Forest following the Hughes Fire near Santa Clarita, CA, USA on Jan. 23, 2025. Fire crews worked through the night to contain the blaze, which forced temporary road closures and left significant environmental damage. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

A smoldering tree trunk continues to burn amid the charred landscape of the Hughes Fire in Santa Clarita, CA, USA on Jan. 23, 2025. The fire consumed dry vegetation and trees, leaving scorched earth and lingering hotspots as firefighters worked to fully extinguish the blaze. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

A fallen utility pole blocks a road near the burn area of the Hughes Fire in Santa Clarita, CA, USA on Jan. 23, 2025. High winds and intense heat from the wildfire caused widespread damage to infrastructure, complicating recovery efforts. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

A charred road sign and damaged utility pole stand amidst the scorched landscape left by the Hughes Fire near Santa Clarita, CA, USA on Jan. 23, 2025. The blaze, fueled by dry conditions and strong winds, left behind widespread devastation, impacting infrastructure and natural habitats. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

Smoke And Damages Caused By Hughes Fire - USA

Smoke rises over the charred hills of the Angeles National Forest following the Hughes Fire near Santa Clarita, CA, USA on Jan. 23, 2025. The fire scorched over 1,200 acres before being brought under control by firefighters. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 5

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire rapidly spread across Ventura and Los Angeles counties putting more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings.

US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 2

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire quickly spread to more than 9,000 acres in Ventura and Los Angeles counties and was 0% contained. More than 50,000 people are under evacuation orders or warnings.

US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 3

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire quickly spread to more than 9,000 acres in Ventura and Los Angeles counties and was 0% contained. More than 50,000 people are under evacuation orders or warnings.

US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 4

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire quickly spread to more than 9,000 acres in Ventura and Los Angeles counties and was 0% contained. More than 50,000 people are under evacuation orders or warnings.

US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire rapidly spread across Ventura and Los Angeles counties putting more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings.

The Book Of Eli (2010)

The Book Of Eli (2010)

Denzel Washington Characters: Eli Film: The Book Of Eli (USA 2010) Regie: The Hughes Brothers, Director: Albert Hughes & Allen Hughes 11 January 2010 Date: 11 January 2010