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: Lake Fire Burns 340 Acres in California, Evacuation Orders Lifted

The Lake Fire, a large vegetation fire in Lake County, California, burned around 340 acres as of Sunday, August 3. The fire initially prompted evacuation orders, but these have since been 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.

US: Tornado Warning Issued in Illinois, Rotating Clouds Spotted in Morris

A powerful storm system moved through the Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas of Illinois. This video shows a rotating cloud formation, spotted in Morris, Grundy County.

US: Mysterious Drone Sightings Continue Across New Jersey 2

Mysterious drones have been spotted across various New Jersey counties since mid-November, puzzling residents and the FBI. Local officials, including Morris County mayors, are urging authorities to investigate.

US: Mysterious Drone Sightings Continue Across New Jersey

Mysterious drones have been spotted across various New Jersey counties since mid-November, puzzling residents and the FBI. Local officials, including Morris County mayors, are urging authorities to investigate.

New Zealand: Vegetation Fire Erupts In Port Hills In Christchurch, Evacuation Underway 2

A huge vegetation fire erupted in Christchurch's Port Hills Wednesday afternoon, February 14, prompting evacuations of nearby residents. About 55,000 homes are experiencing a power outage due to the fire, reports say.