Winnipeg, MB – At 7:40 p.m. on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a single storey home in the 0-100 block of Sachet Place.
At the scene, crews saw heavy smoke coming from the home. Firefighters attacked the fire from inside and the fire was under control at 8:56 p.m.
All occupants safely self-evacuated before crews arrived. No damage estimates are available.
Preliminary observations suggest the cause of the fire was accidental and related to a vehicle plugged in inside an attached garage. WFPS recommends that residents do not plug in vehicles inside attached garages, as this can cause a fire that can spread quickly before occupants notice it. Residents should also inspect extension cords regularly to ensure they are not damaged, which can also lead to a fire.