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: Smoke From Pickett Fire Blankets Sky in Napa County

The Pickett Fire, a fast-growing wildfire, erupted in Napa County, Northern California, on Thursday, August 21, burning more than 6,500 acres by Sunday. Evacuation orders and warnings remained in effect and over 300 residents were without power. This video, filmed on Friday, shows smoke from the fire covering the sky in Calistoga.

US: Pickett Fire Prompts Evacuations in Napa County, California 3

The Pickett Fire, a fast-growing wildfire, erupted in Napa County, Northern California, on Thursday, August 21, burning more than 3,200 acres by Friday evening. Authorities have issued evacuation orders, but no injuries or structural damage have been reported.

US: Pickett Fire Prompts Evacuations in Napa County, California 2

The Pickett Fire, a fast-growing wildfire, erupted in Napa County, Northern California, on Thursday, August 21, burning more than 3,200 acres by Friday evening. Authorities have issued evacuation orders, but no injuries or structural damage have been reported.

US: Pickett Fire Prompts Evacuations in Napa County, California

The Pickett Fire, a fast-growing wildfire, erupted in Napa County, Northern California, on Thursday, burning more than 2,100 acres by early Friday. Authorities have issued evacuation orders, but no injuries or structural damage have been reported.