US: Fire at warehouse in north-east Las Vegas, Nev., as of evening May 1

Event

Authorities are responding to a warehouse fire by the intersection of Cheyenne Avenue and Lamb Boulevard in north-east Las Vegas, Nevada State, as of evening May 1. The fire was first reported at 15:30. There have been no initial reports of casualties.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as emergency crews respond to the incident. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the blaze as investigations and clean-up operations continue.

Advice

Exercise caution if operating in the affected area. Plan for localized transport disruptions. Heed instructions of the authorities. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.