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: Audience Flees After Charlie Kirk Shooting at Utah Valley University 3

Charlie Kirk, 31, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, was fatally shot on Wednesday, September 10, while speaking at Utah Valley University. Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination.” Authorities said a person of interest was in custody, though no charges or motive were immediately announced. The killing drew bipartisan condemnation and renewed concerns over rising political violence in the U.S. This video shows people in the audience running for cover right after the shooting.

RECAP: Buckley Draw Fire Rages Near Provo, Utah

The Buckley Draw Fire broke out on the mountainside south of Slate Canyon in Provo, Utah, around 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2025. The fire quickly grew, reaching an estimated 427 acres by Tuesday, August 20, mainly spreading along the east flank at the top of Buckley Mountain. Steep terrain and active flames have made containment difficult. Evacuation warnings remain for nearby residents, and trails in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest are closed. Fire crews are making progress, with aircraft supporting suppression efforts. No injuries have been reported.

US: Forsyth Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, Burning Nearly 14,000 Acres

The Forsyth Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire, continued to rage in Washington County, southwestern Utah, scorching nearly 14,000 acres as of Thursday, July 10. Thick smoke from the fire was seen rising above the St. George and surrounding areas, reducing visibility and air quality.

US: Forsyth Fire Rages in Southwest Utah, Prompting Closures and Evacuations 2

The Forsyth Fire grew to nearly 6,000 acres, destroying over a dozen homes and prompting evacuations in Pinto and Grass Valley on Sunday, June 23.

US: Forsyth Fire Rages in Southwest Utah, Prompting Closures and Evacuations

The Forsyth Fire grew to nearly 6,000 acres, destroying over a dozen homes and prompting evacuations in Pinto and Grass Valley on Sunday, June 23.

UK: Major Fire Erupts at Recycling Warehouse in Rushden

A major fire broke out at a recycling warehouse in Rushden, Northamptonshire, on Friday, May 23. Nearby residents were advised to avoid the area and stay indoors with windows closed.