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| A major fire has broken out on the roof and top floor of a hotel and casino complex in the US city of Las Vegas. | A major fire has broken out on the roof and top floor of a hotel and casino complex in the US city of Las Vegas. |
| TV pictures showed plumes of smoke rising from the Monte Carlo hotel on the city's main street, the Strip. | |
| City and country firefighters were called to the blaze, which broke out at about 1100 (1900 GMT). | |
| No injuries were reported and the building was evacuated, but the fire is proving difficult to put out as firefighters have to get to the roof. | |
| Large crowds have gathered to watch the spectacle, and there are reports of debris falling from the roof. | |
| The 3,000-room Monte Carlo hotel and adjoining casino are owned by entertainment company MGM Mirage. | The 3,000-room Monte Carlo hotel and adjoining casino are owned by entertainment company MGM Mirage. |
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