Winnipeg, MB – Last evening, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to two apartment building fires.

Maryland Street Fire

At 8:12 p.m. on Friday, April 2, 2021, the WFPS responded to a fire alarm in a three-storey apartment building in the 500 block of Maryland Street.

Upon arrival on scene, crews encountered smoke in the building. An offensive fire attack was launched and the fire was quickly declared under control, containing it to the suite where it originated.

Winnipeg, MB – At 2:50 a.m. on Friday, April 2, 2021, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a one-storey home in the 100 block of Laurentia Bay.

When crews arrived on scene, smoke and flames were coming from the home. Crews launched a defensive exterior attack until an offensive internal attack could be safely launched. Crews declared the fire under control at 4:08 a.m.

All occupants safely self-evacuated before crews arrived. No injuries were reported.

Winnipeg, MB – The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to two fires during the day on Monday, March 29, 2021.

Burrows Avenue

At 10:16 a.m. the WFPS responded to reports of a fire in a one-and-a-half storey house in the 600 block of Burrows Avenue.

When crews arrived on scene, smoke could be seen coming from the house. Crews launched a defensive exterior attack until it was safe enough to launch an offensive interior attack. The fire was declared under control at 10:47 a.m.

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg is offering Leisure Guide aquatic programming this spring, and the Spring 2021 Leisure Guide Swimming brochure will be available online as of April 13, 2021.

Winnipeg, MB – The Bonivital Pool (1215 Archibald St.) has re-opened to the public following significant facility upgrades, including mechanical and structural repairs that required the pool to close on January 1, 2020.

Winnipeg, MB – Today the City of Winnipeg officially opened the new Bill and Helen Norrie Library (15 Poseidon Bay) to replace the former River Heights Library.

Winnipeg, MB – The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to two overnight structure fires.

Creek Bend Road

At 1:42 a.m. on Monday, March 29, 2021, the WFPS responded to reports of a fire in a five-storey apartment building in the 100 block of Creek Bend Road.

When crews arrived, they encountered smoke and flames coming from the building. The building’s sprinkler system was activated. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 2:23 a.m.

Kildonan Park Golf Course 100th anniversary celebrations planned

Winnipeg, MB – City of Winnipeg golf courses are set to open on April 1 for the 2021 season. Residents can book tee times online starting today, or call the golf courses to book over the phone beginning Monday, March 29.

Winnipeg, MB – At 4:10 a.m., the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a home in the 200 block of Forrest Avenue.

When crews arrived, there was smoke coming from the home. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 4:38 a.m.

All occupants safely self-evacuated before crews arrived. One patient was transported to hospital in stable condition.

The City’s Emergency Social Services team was deployed to the scene to help displaced residents find temporary housing supports.

Winnipeg, MB – At 4:07 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a duplex in the 0-100 block of Brewer Crescent.

When crews arrived on scene, there was heavy smoke coming from the home. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 4:40 p.m.