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: 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.

Tosaka takes 48-kg silver at women's worlds

Tosaka takes 48-kg silver at women's worlds

EDMONTON, Canada - Japan's Eri Tosaka with a silver medal sheds tears at the awards ceremony after being defeated by Vanesa Kaladzinskaya of Belarus in the 48-kilogram final of the women's world wrestling championships in Strathcona County, Canada, on Sept. 29, 2012.

Tosaka takes 48-kg silver at women's worlds

Tosaka takes 48-kg silver at women's worlds

EDMONTON, Canada - Japan's Eri Tosaka (L) grapples with Vanesa Kaladzinskaya of Belarus in the 48-kilogram final of the women's world wrestling championships in Strathcona County, Canada, on Sept. 29, 2012. Tosaka lost and captured the silver medal.

Yoshida after unprecedented win

Yoshida after unprecedented win

EDMONTON, Canada - Japan's Saori Yoshida poses with the gold medal and the belt in Strathcona County, Canada, on Sept. 29, 2012. She won the previous day in the 55-kilogram final at the women's wrestling world championships to win an unprecedented 13 consecutive Olympic and world titles.

Yoshida wins 10th straight world wrestling title

Yoshida wins 10th straight world wrestling title

STRATHCONA COUNTY, Canada - Three-time Olympic champion Saori Yoshida of Japan celebrates her victory against American Helen Maroulis in the 55-kilogram final of the women's world wrestling championships in Strathcona County, Canada, on Sept. 28, 2012. Yoshida won an unprecedented 10th consecutive title.

Yoshida wins 10th straight world wrestling title

Yoshida wins 10th straight world wrestling title

STRATHCONA COUNTY, Canada - Three-time Olympic champion Saori Yoshida of Japan (L) tackles Helen Maroulis in the 55-kilogram final of the women's world wrestling championships in Strathcona County, Canada, on Sept. 28, 2012. Yoshida won an unprecedented 10th consecutive title by beating the American.

Yoshida wins 10th straight world wrestling title

Yoshida wins 10th straight world wrestling title

STRATHCONA COUNTY, Canada - Three-time Olympic champion Saori Yoshida of Japan smiles after beating American Helen Maroulis in the 55-kilogram final of the women's world wrestling0 championships in Strathcona County, Canada, on Sept. 28, 2012. Yoshida won an unprecedented 10th consecutive title.