Fireworks Cause Fire Outside Aria Casino

An apparent explosion occurred early Saturday outside the Aria Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, igniting multiple palm trees and prompting a rapid emergency response. Dramatic video footage circulated on social media, showing flames and heavy black smoke, while witnesses described the event as a loud explosion. Eyewitnesses reported a car fleeing the area, but its involvement was initially unclear. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police later stated that fireworks thrown from a vehicle caused the fire, though investigations are ongoing. No injuries or damage to nearby hotels have been reported, and emergency crews quickly extinguished the blaze. The incident took place just days after a separate shooting nearby, raising public concern.