Second-Alarm Fire Ravages Vacant Epoch Casino Rancho Cordova Arson Investigation Underway

Early Monday morning, a fire broke out at the long-vacant Epoch Casino building on Folsom Boulevard in Rancho Cordova, causing extensive damage and prompting a second-alarm response from the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District. Firefighters found the blaze began outside the building and spread into the attic, leading to road closures and a thorough search confirming no one was inside, with no reported injuries. The fire's cause remains under investigation by the Arson Investigation Team, and authorities have urged the public to avoid the area as crews continue to monitor for hot spots and prevent flare-ups. The former casino, which had been closed for several years, also previously housed other businesses such as the Sheepherder Bar & Grille and the Edwards Hotel. Emergency responders emphasized the rapid growth potential of fires and reminded residents to evacuate and call 911 in emergencies. The incident has disrupted traffic along Folsom Boulevard and remains an active investigation.