Winnipeg, MB – At 12:44 p.m. on September 23, 2019, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a vacant two-storey house in the 500 block of William Avenue. A WFPS member was passing by when he saw smoke and called 911.
Upon arrival on scene, crews encountered smoke coming from the house. Crews launched an offensive attack and the fire was declared under control at 1:45 p.m.
Crews completed a search of the structure and no occupants were found. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. No damage estimates are available at this time.
William Avenue will remain closed between Isabel Street and Kate Street while crews complete their work on scene.