Winnipeg, MB – At 5:43 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a single-family bungalow in the 800 block of Lyon Street.
Upon arrival on scene, crews found smoke in the house. They launched an interior fire attack, declaring the fire under control at 6:03 p.m.
All occupants self-evacuated prior to the arrival of crews. One person was assessed by on-scene paramedics, but did not require transport to hospital. No other injuries were reported.
Damage estimates are not available.
Preliminary observations suggest the fire was accidental, caused by unattended cooking. Residents should follow these 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.