Members of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) remained on scene Thursday evening after responding to reports of an explosion and fire in the Mission Industrial neighbourhood. The incident occurred in the 600 block of Mission Street on the afternoon of May 28, 2026.
Emergency Response
Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and flames coming from a commercial building. Crews worked quickly to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures. No injuries have been reported, and the cause of the explosion is under investigation.
Scene Details
Scott Andersson of CTV News Winnipeg captured footage of the scene, showing multiple fire trucks and emergency personnel. The area was cordoned off as crews conducted their operations. Residents and businesses in the vicinity were advised to avoid the area and keep windows closed due to smoke.
The WFPS is urging anyone with information about the incident to contact authorities. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as they become available.
