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January 25, 2018 Marks the 10th anniversary of 2008 Monte Carlo Fire in Las Vegas.  

Date: January 25, 2008

 

Time: 10:57 AM was the first reports of fire by a motorist passing.  The fire was deemed under control at 2:20 PM. 

 

Location: Monte Carlo on Las Vegas Blvd. 

 

Response:  Three-Alarm Fire.  Initial response included four engines, two ladders, a heavy rescue unit, two ambulances, and a battalion chief.

 

Building Profile: Constructed in 1994 and 1995, the Monte Carlo is a 32-story casino resort with 3,020 guest rooms of which approximately 2,400 were occupied at the time of the fire.

 

Extent of Damage:  Much of the damage was contained the top floors, roof and building's exterior.  

 

Fatalities & Injuries: There were no fatalities, but thirteen guests were treated for minor injuries and smoke inhalation.

 

Cause: It was determined  the most probable cause of the blaze was improper cutting and welding operations by contractors who were on the roof installing a steel catwalk as part of a window-washing apparatus.

 

Total Damage Cost:  An estimated $100,000,000 was lost due to damage and associated business interruption.  Monte Carlo would re-open 1,200 guest rooms and the casino on February 15, 2008 with another 1,300 re-opening a week later.