Winnipeg, MB – At 1:43 p.m. on November 24, 2019, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a multi-family, side-by-side home in the 800 block of McMeans Avenue East.
When crews arrived on scene, they encountered heavy smoke coming from the home. Crews launched an offensive attack, fighting the fire from inside the home. The fire was declared under control at 2:17 p.m.
Two occupants self-evacuated, and paramedics transported both patients to hospital in stable condition. Crews rescued a dog from the building and the dog was reunited with its owner. A cat was located deceased inside the home.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. The involved suite sustained significant water, fire, and smoke damage. A neighbouring suite sustained smoke and water damage.