Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to fire on Laura Street

Released: February 22, 2024 at 3:45 p.m.

Winnipeg, MB – At 1:37 p.m. on Thursday, February 22, 2024, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of fire in a two-story multi-family residence in the 200 block of Laura Street.

When crews arrived to the scene, they found smoke and flames coming from the structure. Crews entered the building and fought the fire from inside. The fire was brought under control at 1:57 p.m.

Crews completed a search, and no residents were found inside the building. No injuries were reported.

The City of Winnipeg’s Emergency Social Services (ESS) team was deployed to assist displaced residents in finding temporary accommodations.

The building sustained fire, smoke and water damage. Damage estimates are not available at this time. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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