WFPS weighs “risky” options after ask to find savings in city budget
The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service says a request from the city to find $3 million in savings is forcing them into a risky scenario.
May 2
Meet Scooby, WFPS’s accelerant detection dog
After six months of intensive training, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service’s newest member is ready for work, and he’s not even two years old. Iris Dyck reports on the service’s first ever accelerant detection dog.
Fire
10 hours
Emergency crews tackle afternoon blaze in Winnipeg’s Centennial area
On Thursday, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service encountered heavy smoke when they responded to a fire inside a one-storey home in the 200 block of Patrick Street. Firefighters were seen inside the home and a crane system was in the process of deployment.
Canada
Mar 21
Winnipeg fire officials investigate blaze after one person found dead
On Wednesday, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service investigators inspected the scene of a fire at a multi-family residence on Vivian Avenue. Fire crews declared one person inside the home dead on scene after the fire was extinguished at around 5 a.m.
Canada
Feb 21
Substance use calls on the rise in Winnipeg
New data from Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service shows an alarming amount of substance use calls in 2023.
Feb 1
WFPS evacuate Redwood Ave. apartment following fire
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) crews responded to a fire inside an apartment on Redwood Avenue early on Tuesday morning. Residents were given temporary shelter from the City of Winnipeg.
Canada
Jan 30
Celebrate the holidays safely with fire safety tips
The holiday season can increase the risk of fire in the home. Doug Sinclair with Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service joins Global News Morning to discuss how to enjoy the winter holiday season safely.
Canada
Dec 14, 2023
Vacant Flora Avenue home a ‘total write-off’ following destructive Thursday fire
On the scene, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service platoon chief, Doug Grieve, reported that “no occupants were found following the crew’s initial inspection of the building but due to extensive roof damage, it’s expected to be a loss.”
Canada
Nov 30, 2023
WFPS tackles Monday afternoon fire atop elementary school roof
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service District Chief Larry Szarko said on Monday about the fire at Ecole Guyot, “No injuries were reported and the fire resulted from a layer of roofing material near an air conditioning unit overheating.”
Canada
Nov 13, 2023
Winnipeg emergency crews respond to flipped vehicle near Tinkertown Amusements
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services and police responded to the scene of a vehicle flipped over in a ditch near Tinkertown Amusements at the intersection of Navin Road and Murdock Road.
Canada
Oct 24, 2023
Vacant Stella Avenue home sustains damage from third fire, WFPS reports
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) crews responded to a vacant home in the 400 block of Stella Avenue on Sunday evening. The house is believed to be a complete loss following two previous fires in May 2022 and January 2023.
Canada
Oct 23, 2023
Three residents displaced by house fire in Winnipeg’s Daniel McIntyre area
Winnipeg Fire and Paramedic Service responded to a fire in the 600 block of Sherbrook Street early Friday morning. Crews rescued three people and a dog. One person was taken to hospital in unstable condition.
Canada
Nov 3, 2023
Fire Prevention Week in Winnipeg
Lisa Gilmour of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) talks about Fire Prevention Week.
Oct 10, 2023
Fire Prevention Week: escape plans
Doug Sinclair of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) talks about the importance of having an escape plan.
Oct 10, 2023
Fire Prevention Week: kitchen safety
Leigh Gruener of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) offers up safety tips when cooking.
Oct 10, 2023
Staying safe in the kitchen: Fire Prevention Week tips
From putting out a grease fire to avoiding burns, Clay Young learned about all things kitchen safety through a simulation with Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service. #FirePreventionWeek
Oct 10, 2023
Winnipeg fire crews battle Monday morning fire on Main Street
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services responded to a three-storey building in the 700 block on Main Street on Monday morning. Crews were able to attack the fire from within declaring the blaze under control within thirty minutes.
Canada
Sep 11, 2023
Fire in vacant Winnipeg home under investigation
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services responded to a fire within a vacant house in the 200 block of Austin Street North early on Sunday morning. Three crew members sustained minor injuries while attacking the fire from inside and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Canada
Aug 28, 2023
Electrical failure caused fire at Stradbrook Avenue high-rise
The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service says an electrical failure was a cause of the blaze at a high-rise building on Stradbrook Avenue Thursday evening. Global’s Iris Dyck has more.
Aug 18, 2023
‘Heavy fire’ atop Winnipeg high-rise suppressed by emergency crews
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service Dep. Chief Scott Wilkinson debriefed on the Stradbrook Avenue high-rise fire on Thursday. “It’s too early to tell what started the fire on the roof but there are signs of significant smoke and water damage from the roof deck all the way down to the main floor of the building.”
Canada
Aug 18, 2023