Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service hosts Fire Prevention Week, October 7 to 13

Winnipeg, MB – Fire Prevention Week 2018 is being held across Canada from October 7 to 13. The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) is working with its partners to provide educational activities that highlight the importance of fire prevention in our communities. The theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week is “Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere.”

Paramount Road Fire Update

As reported yesterday, at 6:40 a.m. on October 8, 2018, WFPS responded to an explosion and fire in the 0-100 block of Paramount Road. While the fire was officially declared under control at 10:26 a.m. yesterday morning, crews remained on scene fighting hot spots for the remainder of the day. A demolition crew was called in to assist with the take down of the remaining roof on the structure so that crews had access to the remaining hot spots. The fire was declared extinguished at 11:20 p.m.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service update: Good Street Fire

Winnipeg, MB – At 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, October 9, 2018, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) crews responded to reports of a fire in the 200 block of Good Street. Upon arrival, crews found a well-involved fire in a one and half-storey home. Due to the intensity of the fire, which was burning in the basement, upper floors and the attic, crews were unable to enter the structure and mounted a defensive attack from the exterior. Once significant flames were knocked down, they were able to enter the home and extinguish the remaining fire.

More than Books: Public Invited to book launch on history of Winnipeg Public Library

Winnipeg, MB – Members of the public are invited to attend a book launch for More Than Books: The History of the Winnipeg Public Library.

Written by Eve Dutton and Kathleen Williams and edited by Joan Blakley, the book traces the history of the Winnipeg Public Library from its origins to present. Featuring over 160 photos and archival images, the book will be available to purchase, as a free eBook or to borrow from the Winnipeg Public Library. Copies are available to schools, libraries, archives, and historical associations.

Temporary closure of Louise Bridge between Higgins Avenue and Nairn Avenue this Saturday

Winnipeg, MB – The northbound and southbound directions of travel on the Louise Bridge between Higgins Avenue and Nairn Avenue will be temporarily closed from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m., this Saturday, October 6 for regular bridge inspection and maintenance.

Pedestrian access will be maintained.

Motorists should allow for additional travel time, and use alternate routes in this area to reach their destinations.

Pan Am Pool to partially reopen on October 5, 2018

Winnipeg, MB – Certain sections of the Pan Am Pool will safely reopen to the public beginning Friday, October 5, 2018 while the facility's capital construction project continues.

The following areas of the facility will be open starting on October 5:

Public Works to conduct controlled burns in natural areas

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg Public Works Department, with assistance from the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service, will be conducting controlled burns in various natural areas between October 2 and November 15, weather conditions permitting. Controlled burns will be conducted in suitable wind conditions with appropriate fire guards in place.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service Update: Bertrand Street and Aikins Street Fires

Winnipeg, MB – At 6:22 p.m. on Sunday, September 30, 2018, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) crews responded to reports of a house fire in the 200 block of Bertrand Street. Once on scene, crews worked to extinguish fire in a two-storey wood-framed home. The fire was declared under control at 7:04 p.m.

All occupants of the home had self-evacuated prior to crews’ arrival and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation and no damage estimates are available at this time.

Advance voting for 2018 City of Winnipeg Municipal and School Boards Election begins today

Winnipeg, MB – Advance voting for the 2018 City of Winnipeg Municipal and School Boards Election officially begins today. Eligible voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballot for the offices of Mayor, Councillor and School Trustee, and answer the following question: “Do you support the opening of Portage and Main to pedestrian crossings?”

From October 1 – 19, eligible voters, no matter where they live in the City, can cast their ballots ahead of Election Day at any one of the following locations:

Temporary closure of Harry Lazarenko Bridge between Redwood Avenue and Hespeler Avenue this Sunday

Winnipeg, MB – The eastbound and westbound directions of travel on the Harry Lazarenko Bridge between Redwood Avenue and Hespeler Avenue will be temporarily closed from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m., this Sunday, September 30 for regular bridge inspection and maintenance.

Pedestrian access will be maintained.

Motorists should allow for additional travel time, and use alternate routes in this area to reach their destinations.

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