Eight sent to hospital, one in unstable condition, following early morning fire

The entrance to an apartment building on Furby Street is seen with burn marks after a fire broke out on July 9, 2026. (Scott Andersson/CTV News Winnipeg)

Eight people were taken to hospital Thursday morning following a fire in a three-storey apartment building.

Crews were called to the 0-100 block of Furby Street just after 3 a.m. for reports of a fire.

Firefighters found heavy smoke coming from the building and they helped people escape.

The fire was declared under control by 4:20 a.m.

Paramedics on scene treated nine people—eight of whom were taken to hospital, one in unstable condition.

One firefighter was also treated for minor injuries, but they didn’t require a hospital visit.

Temporary shelter was provided while the people who lived there worked to find other accommodations.

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service is investigating the blaze.