LAS VEGAS ( FOX5 ) — Small businesses across Las Vegas are grappling with a significant drop in foot traffic, with some owners warning they may be forced to close if conditions don’t improve soon.

Trisha Baker, owner of Bellies to Babies Boutique, has witnessed a dramatic shift in her 7-year-old business.

“There are days when no one comes in,” Baker said. She describes the current climate as the worst she’s ever experienced.

The struggles facing local businesses coincide with a broader tourism decline in Las Vegas. According to the latest numbers from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the city saw 6.7% fewer visitors in August compared to the same month last year.

Baker believes the tourism downturn directly impacts her customer base.

“I definitely think so. I think t

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