Few things can be as damaging both physically and psychologically as a fire. Despite the efforts and progress made in controlling fire since discovering its potential, we fail to prevent fire related tragedies time and again.
The Clark County Fire Department faced more than a fair share of disasters caused by fires. We included here accounts of a few of those disasters that grabbed national attention. They are truly dramatic stories of tragedy and unparalleled heroism.
The MGM Hotel November 21, 1980 Full story
The Las Vegas Hilton February 10, 1981 Full story
PEPCON May 4, 1988 Full story
Gold Strike Hotel & Casino June 16, 1998 Full story