Workers blamed in casino blaze
From Times Wire Reports
A fire at the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas was caused by molten metal thrown off by a hand-held cutting torch used by workers who did not have proper permits, fire officials said.
Workers were cutting corrugated steel to set up window-washing equipment at the casino but did not use proper mats to protect the roof, the officials said. Thousands of guests and employees were evacuated, but no serious injuries were reported in the fire.
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