Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to a fire on Balmoral Street

Released: May 9, 2025 at 3:35 p.m.

Winnipeg, MB – At 12:12 p.m. on Friday, May 9, 2025, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey, single-family house in the 200 block of Balmoral Street.

When crews arrived at the scene, they found heavy smoke and flames coming from the house. Crews entered and launched an interior fire attack. Due to deteriorating conditions, they were forced to exit and transition to a defensive fire attack. Once conditions improved, they were able to enter the house again and fight the fire from inside. The fire was declared under control at 1:53 p.m.

All occupants self-evacuated prior to the arrival of crews. There were no injuries reported. Crews completed a search of the house and rescued one cat.

The fire is under investigation. Damage estimates are not available.

The house sustained significant smoke, fire and water damages. A neighbouring house also sustained minor exterior damage.

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