Winnipeg, MB – At 3:49 p.m. on Monday, August 3,2020 the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey home in the 300 block of Agnes Street.
When crews arrived in scene, they encountered heavy smoke coming from the home. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 4:28 p.m.
Crews searched the home and confirmed there were no occupants inside. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. No damage estimates are available.
Ronald Street
At 7:56 p.m., the WFPS responded to reports of a person who had fallen into an air ventilation system in the 200 block of Ronald Street.
When crews arrived on scene, the Technical Rescue Task Force deployed a tripod-based rope rescue. Crews quickly brought the person to safety and the person was transported to hospital.