Oil Spill Seen In Gulf Platform Explosion


HOUSTON (Reuters) - An oil and gas platform in the Gulf of Mexico exploded on Thursday, setting off a blaze and a small oil spill, but the accident does not appear to be as serious as BP's deadly rig explosion  and oil spill in April.

Tropical Storm Watch For Maine


BOSTON - Officials in New England's coastal areas are bracing for high seas, heavy rains and strong winds as Hurricane Earl approaches the region.

MEMA Ready For Busy Storm Season


AUGUSTA, Maine - Maine Emergency Management Director Rob McAleer says the state is likely to feel the impact of additional hurricanes, well after Earl is felt this weekend.

Heat Wave Reaches 5th Day In Maine


GRAY, Maine - Temperatures across much of Maine reached into the 90s for a fifth straight day, and high humidity levels made it feel even hotter.

Crane Collapse Closes Road In Auburn


AUBURN, Maine - Route 136 (Riverside Drive) from Jordan School Road to Stackpole Road is closed after part of the road collapsed when a crane doing construction work in the area toppled over.

Could Be A Slow Weekend For Turnpike


PORTLAND, Maine - The Maine Turnpike says Labor Day holiday traffic could be lighter than last year's due to the late timing of the holiday and all of the hurricane talk.