Key facts: Las Vegas Fire Damage
- The 1980 MGM Grand fire, where most victims died from smoke, is a stark reminder that smoke travels further than flames.[1]
- Condos and towers share shafts, so smoke can reach far from the fire.
- Ask to check units nearby.
Stucco homes
Desert stucco hides what's behind it, and attics can hold soot. Inspect beyond the visible.
Fire history in Clark County
FEMA lists 5 fire-related federal declarations covering Clark County, most recently Carpenter 1 Fire in 2013.
Across all incident types, Clark County has 14 federal declarations on record, and any of them may open aid for Las Vegas residents that insurance does not cover.
Protecting a fire-damaged Las Vegas home
Las Vegas averages 5 inches of precipitation a year, with June the driest month and January and February the wettest. Fire-damaged homes opened up by firefighting are exposed to that weather, so board-up and roof tarping matter quickly.
About 137 days a year reach 90°F, and heat speeds up odor and mold problems in a wet, closed house. Ask about temporary ventilation while you wait for the insurance adjuster.
Fire services in Las Vegas
Questions
Las Vegas fire damage questions
Do you take Henderson fire calls?
Yes, Henderson is in our coverage data.
Can I clean a smoky AC filter?
Replace it, and have the system checked.