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Candle blamed for early Sunday house fire in Winnipeg

Click to play video: 'Fire inside Inkster Boulevard home caused by candle, Winnipeg fire investigators say'
Fire inside Inkster Boulevard home caused by candle, Winnipeg fire investigators say
Winnipeg fire investigators concluded on Sunday that a fire which occurred early Sunday morning inside a home on Inkster Boulevard was caused by "the improper use of a candle." No injuries were reported and residents are urged to never leave candles unattended – Aug 21, 2023

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service is reminding residents to be careful when burning candles after a fire broke out in a home on Inkster Boulevard early Sunday morning.

Fire crews went to a two-storey residence in the 200 Block of Inkster Boulevard just before 3 a.m. where they found smoke coming from the house. Crews put out the fire at 3:19 a.m.

Everyone got out of the home safe and no one was injured, officials said in a media release.

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The cause of the fire is believed to be improper use of a candle, the release continued. Residents are asked to practice caution when burning candles, including not leaving them unattended and keeping them away from flammable materials such as decorations, curtains, or other combustible material like bedding or cushions.

Click to play video: 'Holiday candle safety tips'
Holiday candle safety tips

 

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