Residents advised to shelter in place
Winnipeg, MB – At approximately 10:05 a.m. on Monday, October 22, 2018, WFPS crews responded to a fire at a commercial business in the area of Saunders Street and Gunn Road in the R.M. of Springfield involving asphalt tanks. We responded to assist at the request of the R.M. of Springfield Fire Department.
Heavy smoke is being reported in the area. Individuals with breathing conditions are advised to stay indoors and keep doors and windows closed. Residents in the area are advised to shelter in place at this time.
More information will be provided as it becomes available. For updates, please see the City of Winnipeg’s Twitter account.