Winnipeg, MB – At 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a single-family bungalow in the 600 block of Avila Avenue.
When crews arrived at the scene, they found heavy smoke coming from the house. Firefighters entered and launched an interior fire attack. The fire was declared under control at 11:40 p.m.
All occupants of the house safely evacuated prior to the arrival of crews. No injuries were reported.
Damage estimates are not available. Preliminary observations suggest the fire was accidental, caused by unattended cooking.
Residents should follow these safety tips to reduce the risk of kitchen fires:
- Stay in the kitchen while cooking.
- Keep oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels, and curtains away from the stovetop.
- Heat oil slowly. If cooking oil catches fire and the fire is small and manageable, use a kitchen fire extinguisher or cover the top with a metal lid. Never use water to put out an oil fire.