{"id":10895,"date":"2026-01-16T15:35:29","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T21:35:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=10895"},"modified":"2026-01-16T15:35:29","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T21:35:29","slug":"willow-river-possible-gas-pipeline-explosion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/willow-river-possible-gas-pipeline-explosion\/","title":{"rendered":"Willow River: Possible Gas Pipeline Explosion"},"content":{"rendered":"

Willow River, Pine County<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 Authorities are responding after an explosion was reported northwest of Willow River on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.<\/p>\n

What we know so far<\/h2>\n

The Pine County Sheriff\u2019s Office confirmed there has been an explosion in the Willow River area. Officials are asking the public to avoid areas northwest of Willow River.<\/p>\n

Reports from the scene describe large flames and thick smoke. The video shared online appears to show two separate flame areas and tall smoke plumes.<\/p>\n

The exact cause has not been confirmed by authorities. Some people familiar with the area believe a pipeline may be involved. That detail has not been verified by officials.<\/p>\n

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Willow River: Possible Gas Pipeline Explosion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Where it happened<\/h2>\n

The incident is being reported in the Fox Lake area. The location is described as near Highway 61 and County Road 41.<\/p>\n

Northland FireWire reported the flames could be seen from Interstate 35. Witnesses also said authorities were closing roads near the scene.<\/p>\n

People near the area reported being told to move back for safety. Fire crews were reported to be working the incident.<\/p>\n

Safety reminders for residents<\/h2>\n

If you are near the area, stay away and follow road blocks. Do not try to get closer to the film.<\/p>\n

If you smell gas or suspect a gas leak, move to a safe place. Call 911 from a safe location.<\/p>\n