Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responds to a grass fire and two structure fires

Released: May 2, 2026 at 9:25 a.m.

Winnipeg, MB - Since yesterday, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to a wildland fire and two structure fires.

Dearborn Avenue structure fire

At 5:05 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026, WFPS responded to reports of a structure fire In a house in the 200 block of Dearborn Avenue.

At the scene, crews found heavy smoke and fire coming from the house. Initially, firefighters used a defensive attack as it was unsafe to enter the house. Once conditions improved, firefighters used an offensive attack. They declared the fire under control at 5:43 p.m.

No injuries were reported. The fire is under investigation.

Paul Boulevard wildland fire

At 5:05 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026, WFPS responded to reports of a grass fire near the 100 block of Paul Boulevard.

At the scene, crews found a wildland fire spanning approximately 1,000 square meters. Firefighters used specialized wildland firefighting equipment, including the WFPS Bison, to extinguish the fire and protect nearby structures. Firefighters declared the fire under control at 5:34 p.m.

No injuries were reported. The fire is under investigation.

Lock Street fire

At 2:51 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026, WFPS responded to reports of a fire in a vacant house in the 200 block of Lock Street.

At the scene, crew found a heavy flames and smoke coming from the house. Firefighters attacked the fire and declared it under control at 3:10 a.m.

No injuries were reported. The fire is under investigation.

Vacant buildings

Call 9-1-1 if you see someone actively entering a vacant building or removing boards from windows or doors from a building.

If you notice boarded windows or doors that have been breached, but you do not see someone actively entering or trying to enter the building, report the incident to 311 by phone or online.

Grass and wildland fires

In the Spring, WFPS often sees an increase in grass and wildland fires. Residents can protect their homes and the community by considering safety.

Do not dispose of cigarette butts in any sort of vegetation (including grass), in planter pots, or throw them from vehicle windows.

You can protect your yard and home from wildland and grass fires:

• Thin and prune vegetation and clean up brush, leaves, grass and debris around your home.

• Plant fire-resistant plants and shrubs. Avoid combustible plants and trees that accumulate dry dead materials or have papery bark (like cedar or pine).

• Water plants and vegetation around your home, especially during dry conditions.

• Store firewood at least 10 meters away from your home, fence, and other structures.

• It's prohibited to burn yard waste, garbage, or scrap material within city limits.

Fire pit safety

• Position your approved fire pits/receptacles in an open area away from overhanging trees, power lines, and 10 feet away from anything that can catch fire.

• Only burn clean, dry, untreated wood in your approved residential fire pit.

• Always have a way to extinguish the fire readily available.

• Fire pits must be enclosed on all sides and have a spark arrestor.

• You cannot have an open-air fire in a fire pit, even with a fire permit, if wind speeds and/or gusts exceed 25 km/h.

Other home fire safety tips

Check your smoke alarms every month to make sure they're working. Every home should have them.

Have a home escape plan for your home and practice it often with everyone who lives in your home.

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