Winnipeg, MB – At 6:56 p.m. on September 3, 2019, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a single-family bungalow in the 600 block of Renfrew Street. Upon arrival on scene, crews encountered flames in the kitchen and launched an offensive attack, very quickly bringing the fire under control.
All occupants of the home had safely self-evacuated prior to the arrival of crews. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is believed to be accident due to unattended cooking. Residents are reminded to always stay in the kitchen while cooking. Stove burners should always be turned off when leaving the kitchen, even for a short time. Anything that can catch fire - oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels or curtains - should always be kept away from the stovetop.