Firefighters Conduct Search Through Rubble After Reports of Trapped Individuals
By TheNevadaGlobeStaff, March 13, 2024 1:34 pm
Las Vegas, Nevada – Firefighters are currently battling a house fire and conducting a meticulous search for potential victims following reports of seven individuals trapped inside.
Incident Details:
- Time: Reported around 9:00 am on Wednesday, March 14th.
- Location: 900 block of De Met Drive, near Maryland Parkway and Tropicana Avenue.
Initial Reports:
- Multiple 911 calls alerted authorities to heavy smoke emanating from a residence.
- Dispatch relayed information suggesting potentially seven elderly individuals trapped within the burning structure.
Firefighting Efforts:
- Crews prioritized extinguishing the flames, preventing the fire from spreading to neighboring houses, and ensuring the safety of firefighters.
- A “primary search” was conducted inside the burning house, although challenging conditions necessitated the temporary withdrawal of personnel before the structure collapsed.
- As of 11:30 am, firefighters continue searching through the rubble to verify the absence of trapped individuals.
Current Status:
- The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
- No victims have been located yet.
Credits: 8 News Now
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