BOULDER CITY, Nev. — National Park Service officials reported in a news release that a fire broke out at Lake Mead National Recreation Area shortly after midnight.
The incident occurred when the blaze began at the Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Sunday morning.
“Interagency personnel responded immediately to extinguish the fire and it was contained within hours,” National Park Service public affairs said. “Authorities are currently investigating the cause. Approximately 15 boats were damaged or destroyed by the fire.”
Boat owners of vehicles potentially damaged have already been notified of damages by Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina staff.
Although the marina remains open to the public, park officials issued a partial area closure of the harbor’s R and I Docks, as the investigation remains ongoing.
“Visitors should exercise caution when accessing Hemenway Harbor and open portions of Las Vegas Boat Harbor due to potential safety concerns,” the media release continued. “Lake Mead National Recreation Area staff would like to thank all interagency personnel who came together to extinguish the fire.”
National Park Service staff said specific updates to marina operations can be found on the Las Vegas Boat Harbor Facebook page.
This report is based on statements from court records, police or other responders and may not contain the full scope of findings.
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