Pine County (trfnews.i234.me) — A gas line explosion was reported Friday afternoon in rural Pine County, Minnesota. The Pine County Sheriff’s Office said 911 calls began at about 1:43 p.m. on Jan. 16, 2026. The calls reported explosions in a rural area west of Willow River. Responders later said a large natural gas line was… Continue reading Willow River: Gas Line Explosion Sparks Evacuations
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Mahnomen County Dispensary Fire Spurs Evacuations
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) – Fire crews spent hours at the Waabigwan Mashkiki cannabis facility near Mahnomen. They worked on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, to control a dangerous lab fire. The fire broke out in the processing lab area, where butane gas is used. Because of the risk of a blast, teams made a careful plan. Firefighters stayed… Continue reading Mahnomen County Dispensary Fire Spurs Evacuations