Winnipeg, MB – At 2:28 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a vacant, two-storey duplex in the 800 block of Aberdeen Avenue.
When crews arrived at the scene, they found heavy smoke and flames coming from the building. Crews launched a fire attack from the exterior, using an aerial ladder and hand lines to apply water to the fire. The fire was declared under control at 5:18 a.m.
There were no injuries reported.
Due to structural concerns and to ensure all hot spots are extinguished, WFPS is arranging an emergency demolition. Road closures in the area will remain in place until work is completed at the scene.
The building had previously been damaged by fire in January 2025.
The fire is under investigation.
Anyone who sees someone actively entering a vacant building, or removing boards from windows or doors from a building, should call 911 to report the incident immediately.
If you notice boarded windows or doors that have been breached, but you do not see someone actively entering or trying to enter the building, report the incident to 311 by phone or online.