Several City of Winnipeg services and programs set to resume in the coming days and weeks

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg is set to resume a number of services and programs in the coming days and weeks, in accordance with the Province of Manitoba’s Restoring Safe Services plan. As such, we have begun recalling approximately 400 staff members from the Community Services Department who were temporarily laid-off to support the resumption of services.

Residents will be able to enjoy heated and non-heated outdoor pools as early as July 3, 2020.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to multiple fires

Winnipeg, MB – At 11:23 p.m. on June 14, 2020, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey, converted residential dwelling in the 600 block of Agnes Street. Upon arrival on scene, crews encountered heavy smoke and flames coming from the structure. An offensive attack was launched and the fire was declared extinguished at 12:21 a.m.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to fire on Mountain Avenue

Winnipeg, MB – At 5:54 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2020, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a three-storey apartment block in the 300 block of Mountain Avenue. When crews arrived on scene they encountered heavy smoke coming from one of the suites.

An offensive attack was launched and the fire was declared under control at 6:10 p.m. Damage was contained to a single suite.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to fire on Burrows Avenue

Winnipeg, MB – At 11:59 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2020, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a vacant bungalow in the 500 block of Burrows Avenue. When crews arrived on scene they encountered heavy smoke and flames coming from the house.

A defensive attack was launched until it was deemed safe to enter the structure to fight the fire offensively. The fire was declared under control at 12:16 p.m.

Crews completed a search of the structure and no occupants were found. No injuries were reported.

Mayor Bowman Makes Changes to Leadership Roles

Winnipeg, MB – Today, Mayor Brian Bowman announced changes to leadership roles to better position and respond to global challenges affecting our community.

“I’m proud of the way Winnipeggers have responded to the global pandemic,” said Mayor Bowman. “As our city begins to adjust to a new normal, it is important that those in leadership roles are focused on how we can continue to build our city for the future during and after the pandemic has passed.”

Insect Control Update #3

Winnipeg, MB – On Monday, June 15, 2020 weather permitting, the City of Winnipeg’s Insect Control Branch will start its Emerald Ash Borer treatment program in the following Insect Management Areas:

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to a house fire on Borebank Street

Winnipeg, MB – At 5:19 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2020, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a one-storey, single-family home in the 700 block of Borebank Street.

When crews arrived on scene, they encountered a well-involved fire with heavy smoke and flames coming from the home. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 7:01 p.m.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to fires on Jamison Avenue and Kildonan Drive

Winnipeg, MB – At 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2020, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a one-storey, single-family home in the 500 block of Jamison Avenue.

When crews arrived on scene, they encountered smoke and flames coming from the home. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 3:10 p.m.

All occupants self-evacuated prior to crew arrival. No injuries were reported.

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