Winnipeg, MB – At 7:39 p.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a three-storey condominium building in the 400 block of Pandora Avenue West.
Upon arrival at the scene, crews found smoke coming from the building. They entered and fought the fire from inside, declaring the fire under control at 8:01 p.m.
Occupants of the building self-evacuated. There were no injuries reported. The City of Winnipeg’s Emergency Social Services team was called to help displaced residents find temporary accommodations.
Damage estimates are not available at this time.
Preliminary observations suggest the fire was accidental, caused by unattended cooking. Residents are reminded of the following safety tips to reduce the risk of kitchen fires:
- Always stay in the kitchen while cooking.
- Oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels, or curtains should be kept away from the stovetop.
- Oil should be heated slowly. If cooking oil catches fire and the fire is small and manageable, use a kitchen fire extinguisher or cover the top with a metal lid.
- Never use water to put out an oil fire.