Winnipeg, MB – At 7:32 p.m. on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a one-storey commercial building in the 700 block of Mountain Avenue.
Upon arrival on scene, crews encountered smoke coming from the building. An offensive attack was launched and the fire was declared under control at 7:54 p.m.
Crews completed a search of the building and no occupants were found. Residents of the neighbouring residence were temporarily evacuated as a precaution. They were able to return to their suites once the fire was extinguished. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. No damage estimates are available at this time.