Winnipeg, MB – At 4:25 a.m. on Wednesday, July 15, 2020, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey home in the 500 block of Balmoral Street.
When crews arrived on scene, they encountered heavy flames coming from the home. Crews launched a defensive exterior attack until they could safely transition to an offensive interior attack. The fire was declared under control at 4:59 a.m.
Crews searched the home to confirm there were no occupants inside. Neighbouring homes were temporarily evacuated. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. No damage estimates are available.