Late Tuesday afternoon, a large-scale fire ignited in a multi-unit residential building just west of the vibrant Las Vegas Strip, prompting an urgent mobilization of firefighting teams. Thick plumes of smoke billowed across the skyline, visible from several miles away, as over 50 firefighters deployed multiple engines, ladder trucks, and aerial units to combat the fast-moving flames.Authorities swiftly closed surrounding streets to safeguard the public and ensure emergency vehicles could operate without obstruction.While no fatalities have been reported, several residents received treatment for mild smoke inhalation at the scene.

Highlights of the emergency response:

• Deployment of more than 50 firefighters actively engaged in fire suppression
• Use of four ladder trucks and three water tenders to tackle the blaze
• Evacuation orders issued for nearby homes and commercial properties
• Examination ongoing to determine the fire’s origin