Crews battle warehouse fire in Point Douglas, road closures in effect
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Winnipeg firefighters and police crews are currently on scene of a warehouse fire in the 100 block of Point Douglas Avenue.
Winnipeg firefighters and police crews are currently on scene of a warehouse fire in the 100 block of Point Douglas Avenue, which has prompted road closures in the area.
Grey, thick smoke could be seen billowing from the area Tuesday afternoon.
The Winnipeg Police Service confirmed to CTV News it is assisting the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service with the fire.
Police said eastbound Higgins Avenue is now closed at Annabella Street, with traffic being re-routed north and west. Southbound Higgins Avenue is closed at Sutherland Avenue, with traffic being re-routed west.
The public is asked to avoid the area and find alternate routes.
The City of Winnipeg also said crews are expected to be on scene for several hours.
This is a developing story. More details to come.
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