Fire crews quickly contain roof blaze at Sahara Las Vegas
Construction debris ignites on second-story roof; no injuries reported
Fire crews successfully knocked down a roof fire at the Sahara Las Vegas on Tuesday evening after smoke was spotted billowing from the iconic Strip resort’s second-story roof.
The Clark County Fire Department responded to multiple calls reporting a fire at 2535 South Las Vegas Boulevard just after 5 p.m. The first units arrived at the scene within four minutes, at 5:09 p.m., and immediately observed smoke coming from the hotel’s low-rise roof area.
Swift response prevents spread
Firefighters quickly gained access to the roof and discovered the fire was contained to construction debris. Crews were able to knock down the flames before they could spread to other areas of the building.
“The fire was contained to construction debris and was quickly knocked down,” Clark County Fire Department officials confirmed in a statement Tuesday evening.
The response to the incident was substantial, with a total of 48 personnel from both Clark County Fire Department and Las Vegas Fire & Rescue working together at the scene. The coordinated effort between the two departments helped ensure the fire was extinguished rapidly.
No injuries or evacuations
Fire officials reported no civilian or firefighter injuries as a result of the incident. The quick containment of the fire meant that hotel operations were minimally impacted, and no guest evacuations were necessary.
The Sahara Las Vegas, which anchors the northern end of the Las Vegas Strip at the corner of Sahara Avenue, continued normal operations following the incident.
Investigation underway
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by fire officials. Given that the blaze was contained to construction debris, investigators will likely examine any ongoing construction or maintenance work that may have been taking place on the roof at the time.
About the Sahara Las Vegas
The Sahara Las Vegas, owned and operated by the Meruelo Group, has been a fixture on the Las Vegas Strip since 1952. The property underwent a major renovation and rebranding in 2019, reverting back to its historic Sahara name after operating as SLS Las Vegas from 2014 to 2019.
The resort features 1,616 hotel rooms and more than 50,000 square feet of casino space. It serves as the site of the northernmost station of the Las Vegas Monorail, making it a key transportation hub for the Strip.
Fire safety on the Strip
Tuesday’s incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety protocols at Las Vegas resorts. The quick response time and efficient coordination between fire departments demonstrate the preparedness of local emergency services to handle incidents at major tourist destinations.
The Las Vegas Strip’s hotels and casinos maintain strict fire safety standards, with regular inspections and emergency response plans in place to protect guests and employees. The successful containment of Tuesday’s fire at the Sahara showcases these safety measures in action.
Fire officials continue to investigate the exact cause of the blaze, but the incident concluded without major damage to the property or disruption to guest services.
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Category: Breaking News
Subcategory: Emergency Response
Date: 08/13/2025
