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RV Fires: Fatalities in Nevada and Colorado, Arson in Arkansas

12.07.2026 04:16 3 min 6 sources
Channel 13 Las Vegas News KTNV ISL + 5 more
RV Fires: Fatalities in Nevada and Colorado, Arson in Arkansas
Original source: Channel 13 Las Vegas News KTNV

In Brief

Over the weekend, multiple RV fires in the US left one dead in Henderson (Nevada) and two dead near Salida (Colorado). In Arkansas, an arson at a dealership is under investigation.

Nevada: One Dead in Henderson

On April 18, 2026, around 9:20 p.m., firefighters responded to Ballerina Drive near Lake Mead Parkway and Warm Springs Road, where an RV was fully engulfed in flames. One person was found dead; no other injuries were reported.

Colorado: Two Killed Near Salida

Earlier that day, at 1:45 a.m., firefighters arrived at an RV park near Salida to find an RV fully involved in fire. Two people died; one person managed to escape.

Arkansas: Arson at Scotty's RV Lot

The Benton County Sheriff's Office is investigating an arson of several RVs at the Scotty's RV consignment lot, located at the intersection of Beaver Shores Road and Arkansas 12 in Prairie Creek. The incident occurred on Tuesday, with damage estimated at $50,000–$70,000.

Louisiana: Fire Safety Warning

In January 2026, investigators in Reserve, Louisiana, probed a fatal RV fire that broke out at 10 a.m. on a Monday. A lithium battery is considered a possible cause, and the RV's smoke alarm was found to be non-functional. It was the seventh fire death in the state that week.

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One person killed in RV fire in Henderson

19.04.2026 Channel 13 Las Vegas News KTNV ISL Original source

Two killed in RV fire near Salida

19.04.2026 AOL.com ISL Original source

Fatal RV Fire in Henderson

19.04.2026 https://www.fox5vegas.com HRV Original source

Investigation into RV arson in Benton County

16.04.2026 arkansasonline.com ISL Original source

Benton County Sheriff's Office Investigating Arson of RVs and Motorhomes

16.04.2026 nwaonline.com ENG Original source

Investigators warn about fire safety after fatal RV blaze

28.01.2026 KPEL 96.5 ISL Original source

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