Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to fire at a temporary encampment

Released: October 9, 2021 at 10:54 a.m.

Winnipeg, MB – At 7:40 p.m. on Friday, October 8, 2021 the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a temporary encampment in the 100 block of Higgins Avenue.

When crews arrived on-scene, they encountered a large fire engulfing several of the improvised shelters, with heat from the fire damaging nearby hydro lines. Surrounding structures were protected until the utility lines were disconnected. The fire was declared under control at 7:59 p.m.

Crews completed a search of all the improvised structures and no occupants were found. No injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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