Vacant Homes Fueling Fire Risk | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 13, 2026 · 1m

A fire erupted before dawn on Sherbrook Street, gutting a vacant home and spreading to a neighboring property—prompting a three-hour firefighting effort, evacuations, and even a Winnipeg Transit bus turned warming shelter. While no one was hurt, residents say this isn’t an isolated incident but part of a long-standing problem with neglected empty buildings that keep sparking trouble. With the cause still unknown, the community is calling for real, lasting solutions before the next disaster strikes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…