Tropicana Las Vegas implosion will use 2,000+ pounds of explosives
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - New details about the Tropicana’s upcoming implosion were revealed by Bally’s Entertainment.
The 50s-era casino will come down on Oct. 9 at 2:30 a.m. to clear the way for a new state-of-the-art ballpark for the Oakland Athletics.
A 555-drone and fireworks show, engineered by Fireworks by Grucci, will send off the hotel before both 23-story towers are demolished.
Controlled Demolition, Inc. revealed that the Paradise Tower will be filled with 490 pounds of explosives across 220 cut-point locations throughout the steel-framed structure. The Club Tower, which is framed with concrete, will have 1,130 boreholes filled with 1,700 pounds of explosives.
The demolition sequence will start with the Paradise Tower after the fireworks and drone presentation, utilizing 22,000 lineal feet of detonating cord.
CDI adds that both structures are expected to collapse within approximately 22 seconds after the implosion button is pressed.
Officials say there will be no viewing area for residents because of safety reasons. FOX5 plans to cover the event for residents to watch through a livestream.
“The Tropicana Las Vegas was one of the original pioneers of the Strip, setting the stage for the vibrant, larger-than-life entertainment destination we know and love today,” said Soo Kim, chairman of Bally’s Corporation. “It’s fitting that this iconic site now represents the future of Las Vegas as we look forward to welcoming Major League Baseball, the Athletics, and an exciting new entertainment complex. This moment in Las Vegas history represents more than just the next chapter—it’s the evolution of the Strip, where legend meets innovation to create something truly unforgettable.”
“The demolition of the Tropicana is an important milestone in the process of bringing A’s baseball to the world-renowned Las Vegas Strip and the community of Southern Nevada,” said John Fisher, owner of the A’s. “We hope that, in time, this site will become a place of unforgettable experiences for fans of the game. We extend our gratitude to Bally’s and GLPI for their partnership as we embark on this project together.”
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