Winnipeg, MB – The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to two fires this evening.
Selkirk Avenue
At 5:04 p.m., the WFPS responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey residential building in the 600 block of Selkirk Avenue.
When crews arrived on scene, flames and smoke were coming from the building. Crews launched an offensive attack and used an aerial ladder. Crews declared the fire under control at 5:32 p.m.
Members of the Winnipeg Police Service who were on scene helped WFPS notify occupants to ensure all occupants were safely evacuated. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. No damage estimates are available at this time.
Stanley Street Fire
At 5:11 p.m., the WFPS responded to reports of a fire in a commercial building in the 200 block of Stanley Street.
When crews arrived on scene, there was smoke coming from the building. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 5:38 p.m.
No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation. No damage estimates are available.