Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to a fire on Powers Street

Released: February 23, 2026 at 3:35 p.m.

Winnipeg, MB – At 11:32 a.m. on February 23, 2026, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey duplex in the 0 to 100 block of Powers Street.

When crews arrived at the scene, they found smoke coming from the structure. Firefighters entered and launched an interior fire attack, declaring the fire under control at 12:00 p.m.

All occupants of the building self-evacuated prior to the arrival of crews. No injuries were reported.

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

Water from firefighting efforts will freeze and create slippery conditions. City crews will monitor the area and apply sand and de‑icing materials to roads and sidewalks as needed to improve traction.

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