A devastating fire in Winnipeg has left 44 people displaced and one person hospitalized.
The fire broke out in a multi-unit residential building on Saturday evening, causing extensive damage and forcing dozens of residents to evacuate. Firefighters arrived at the scene around 7:30 p.m. and were able to contain the blaze within a few hours.
According to the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service, one person was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The Red Cross has been providing support to the displaced residents, offering temporary lodging, food, and other necessities. The organization is also working with the affected individuals to help them find long-term housing solutions.
The fire has caused significant damage to the building, making it uninhabitable for the time being. The exact extent of the damage is still being assessed.
In the meantime, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service is reminding residents to always have working smoke alarms in their homes and to have a fire escape plan in place. They also urge people to never leave cooking unattended and to properly dispose of smoking materials.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and the devastating consequences that can result from a fire. Our thoughts are with the affected residents and we hope for a speedy recovery for the hospitalized individual.
We will continue to provide updates on the investigation and the situation of the displaced residents as more information becomes available.
