Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to fire on Manitoba Avenue

Released: March 31, 2020 at 11:49 a.m.

Winnipeg, MB – At 8:52 a.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey, multi-family home in the 500 block of Manitoba Avenue.

When crews arrived on scene, they encountered heavy smoke coming from the building. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 9:34 a.m.

All occupants either self-evacuated from the building before crews arrived, or evacuated with assistance from WFPS crews. No injuries were reported.

The City of Winnipeg’s Emergency Social Services deployed to the incident to assist 13 displaced residents find temporary housing supports.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. No damage estimates are available at this time.

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