Winnipeg, MB – The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to four recent fires.
Windham Road fire
At 6:17 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, the WFPS responded to reports of a fire in a single-family bungalow in the 100 block of Windham Road.
When crews arrived at the scene, they learned a resident had sustained injuries while extinguishing a kitchen fire. Paramedics assessed the patient at the scene and then transported them to hospital in unstable condition.
Firefighters ensured all hot spots were extinguished.
The fire is believed to be accidental. Damage estimates are not available.
Pritchard Avenue fire
At 8:22 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, WFPS crews responded to reports of a fire in a detached garage in the 300 block of Pritchard Avenue.
Upon arrival on scene, firefighters found the garage engulfed in smoke and flames. They attacked the fire from the garage’s exterior, quickly bringing the flames under control.
No injuries were reported. The fire is under investigation.
Manitoba Avenue
At 1:27 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026, the WFPS responded to reports of a fire in a two-and-a-half storey multi-family residence in the 600 block of Manitoba Avenue.
When crews arrived at the scene, they found smoke and flames coming from the residence. They worked quickly to extinguish the fire.
All occupants in the structure safely evacuated. No injuries were reported. All residents were able to return to their suites once the fire was out.
The fire remains under investigation. Damage estimates are not available.
Empress Street fire
At 7:55 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026, WFPS crews responded to reports of an outdoor fire near the 500 block of Empress Street.
When crews arrived on scene, they found a fire involving a temporary encampment. The fire was quickly extinguished.
One person was assessed by paramedics and transported to hospital in unstable condition. No other injuries were reported.
The fire remains under investigation.