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: 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: Flash Floods Hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, After Heavy Rain on Burn Scars

Flash floods hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Tuesday, July 8 after heavy rain fell over wildfire burn scars. The Rio Ruidoso rose over 20 feet, flooding homes and the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Swift-water rescues were carried out, and no deaths were reported as of Tuesday evening.

US: Wildfires Rage In Ruidoso, New Mexico, Prompting Evacuations 4

The South Fork Fire and the Salt Fire raged on Mescalero tribal land near Ruidoso, New Mexico, burning nearly 20,000 acres as of Tuesday, June 18. New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency in Lincoln County and the Mescalero Reservation.

US: Wildfires Rage In Ruidoso In New Mexico, Prompting Evacuations

The South Fork Fire and the Salt Fire raged on Mescalero tribal land near Ruidoso, New Mexico, burning more than 3,000 acres on Monday, June 17. An immediate evacuation order was issued for the entire Village of Ruidoso, and both Highway 48 and Highway 70 were closed.