Winnipeg crews respond to fires on Maryland Street, Laura Street

A Winnipeg firetruck is shown in an undated photo. (File)

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to a fire in the 600 block of Maryland Street around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, according to a media release.

The boarded and vacant building, which had “heavy flames” coming from within, was declared under control approximately 30 minutes later.

Meanwhile, at 2:44 a.m. on Sunday, WFPS responded to reports of a house fire in the 200 block of Laura Street.

The fire was declared under control at 3:36 a.m.

No injuries were reported in both incidents and the fires remain under investigation.

Individuals are asked to call 911 if you see someone entering a vacant building or removing boards from a building’s windows or doors.