Willow River: Gas Line Explosion Sparks Evacuations

Willow River: Gas Line Explosion Sparks Evacuations

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

Willow River: Possible Gas Pipeline Explosion

Willow River: Possible Gas Pipeline Explosion

Willow River, Pine County (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities are responding after an explosion was reported northwest of Willow River on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. What we know so far The Pine County Sheriff’s Office confirmed there has been an explosion in the Willow River area. Officials are asking the public to avoid areas northwest of Willow… Continue reading Willow River: Possible Gas Pipeline Explosion

Watford City: Tank Battery Blast Closes ND-23

Watford City: Tank Battery Blast Closes ND-23

McKenzie County, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — A tank battery explosion and fire east of Watford City forced a temporary highway closure. The incident was reported late Monday night. Explosion reported near Watford City The explosion and fire were reported on Monday, Dec. 29, at about 11 p.m. The site is about 15 miles east of… Continue reading Watford City: Tank Battery Blast Closes ND-23