Early-morning fire in Mesquite business results in partial collapse of structure

MESQUITE, Nev. — A laundry facility in Mesquite reportedly caught fire around 2:30 a.m. PST Tuesday, and Mesquite Fire and Rescue subdued the flames before the fire spread.

A fire ravaged a laundry facility building used by Mesquite Gaming, Mesquite, Nevada, Aug. 16, 2022 | Photo courtesy Mesquite Fire and Rescue, St. George News

While the official media release from Mesquite Fire and Rescue did not specify which structure burned, one social media post indicated the fire started in a Mesquite Gaming laundry facility behind Terrible’s Chevron at 810 W.  Mesquite Blvd. on Smokey Lane, near CasaBlanca Resort and Casino in Mesquite.

According to the news release, “Upon arrival, crews could see flames coming out the roof and eves of the structure with heavy smoke.”

The facility manager reported the building was secured Monday, and no one had gained entry since then. The news release also said the building’s structural integrity had been compromised by the fire.

“A defensive attack was the safest option for the responding personnel, and multiple hose lines were laid to fight the fire and protect the surrounding areas,” Public Information Officer Captain Spencer Lewis said in the media release.

The fire was contained to the building, and no other buildings were affected with no reported injuries.

There was a partial collapse of the structure, and fire department personnel were still on the scene at 8 a.m. as they prepared to depart. Extensive damage was visible.

St. George News contacted Mesquite Gaming, which had no comment.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

This report is based on information provided by first responders on the scene and may not contain the full scope of findings.

 

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