Winnipeg, MB – At 4:36 p.m. on December 11, 2018, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) crews responded to reports of fire in a one and half single family residence in the 600 block of Pritchard Avenue. Upon arrival, crews launched an offensive attack to fight the fire however due to unsafe conditions were forced to evacuate the building and continue fighting the fire using a defensive strategy. Crews are expected to remain on scene well into tonight.
There were no occupants in the home at the time of the fire. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation and no damage estimates are available at this time.
Traffic in the area will reopen once crews complete their work. Drivers should exercise caution in the area as the significant amount water used to fight the fire has covered the road creating icy conditions. City of Winnipeg crews will be monitoring the area and applying sand and de-icing agents as necessary.
Robson Street Fire
At 5:49 p.m. this evening, WFPS crews responded to reports of fire in a townhouse in the 0-100 block of Robson Street. Upon arrival, crews launched an offensive attack to fight the fire and at 6:16 p.m. it was declared under control.
The lone occupant of the home had self-evacuated prior to the arrival of WFPS crews. They were assessed by paramedics on scene and transported to hospital for precautionary reasons. No other injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation and no damage estimates are available at this time.