On February 13, 2009 around 10:30 PM Portage la Prairie RCMP were notified of a residential fire in the 100 block of 8th St NW. Portage la Prairie.
Paramedics were returning to the station when they were flagged down by a motorist on the street who informed them that a house was on fire. The paramedics attended the residence and found a man standing outside the home. The Portage la Prairie RCMP and Portage Fire Department attended the scene. The resident of the house, a 39 year old man, was taken to Portage General Hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation. The fire was contained to the kitchen, however smoke fill the residence.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, however early indications suggest that candles may be involved.
No damage estimate has been provided and alcohol is believed to be a factor.
Cst. Stephen Senuita
Portage la Prairie RCMP
Tel: 204-857-4445
Fax: 204-239-0130
