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Two taken to hospital after east Las Vegas mobile home fire
A mobile home caught fire early Sunday at 1481 Palm Street, with flames threatening a neighboring residence. Three people were treated, two were transported to a hospital, and the cause remains under investigation.
Two people were taken to a hospital after a mobile home caught fire early Sunday in east Las Vegas, where flames also threatened a neighboring home, fire officials said.
Crews from the Clark County Fire Department and Las Vegas Fire & Rescue arrived at 1481 Palm Street at about 6:57 a.m. Oct. 25. With the mobile home heavily involved in the fire, firefighters used defensive tactics and positioned hose lines to protect the adjacent residence while bringing the blaze under control.
Three people received treatment at the scene, and two were transported to a hospital. A total of 47 fire personnel responded, along with NV Energy and Southwest Gas.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Officials urged the public to stay clear of the area while crews remained on scene, warning that traffic would be affected.