Henderson construction fire called suspicious
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Fire investigators for the City of Henderson Fire Department say that fire Wednesday morning at an apartment complex that is under construction is suspicious. Video by ktnv.com
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A fire broke out the morning of June 20 at an apartment complex under construction in Henderson. VIDEO COURTESY OF KYLE HAINES. Video by ktnv.com
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An apartment complex in Henderson caught on fire early the morning of June 20. VIDEO COURTESY OF MARCO MANCILLA. Video by ktnv.com
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Update on the fire that broke out the morning of June 20 at an apartment complex in Henderson. Video by ktnv.com
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An early-morning fire at an apartment complex in Henderson is being called suspicious. Video by ktnv.com
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Apartment complex under construction catches fire on June 20. PHOTO COURTESY OF DAVID WALKER Image by PHOTO COURTESY OF DAVID WALKER
Henderson, NV (KTNV) -- Fire investigators for the City of Henderson Fire Department say that fire Wednesday morning at an apartment complex that is under construction is suspicious.
The fire department responded at approximately 4:21 a.m. Wednesday morning to the complex near the intersection of North Gibson Road and Wigwam Parkway.
A passer-by saw the fire and called 911.
Upon arrival, the fire department discovered that two buildings were fully involved. Each two-story building contained 16 apartments.
The fire department mounted an aggressive attack on the fire and was soon able to bring it under control. The fire did not spread to surrounding buildings.
There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters during the incident. NV Energy and a city building inspector were called in to assist with securing the property.
Total loss is estimated at $1 million by the construction management team.
Action News will update this story with new information as it becomes available.
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