Firefighters responded to a Redwood Avenue house fire Wednesday afternoon, September 30, 2020.

Although the fire was quickly knocked down in this instance and everyone inside was able to make it to safety before emergency crews arrived the blaze could have been much worse.

The fire originated in the clothes dryer.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service reminds you that there are a number of ways to reduce this type of fire.

1. Have your dryer installed and serviced by a professional to ensure it is in good working order. Dryer ducts should be cleaned annually.
2. Do not use the dryer without a lint filter and always clean the filter after each load of laundry.
3. Periodically check the venting system to ensure there is no lint buildup and it is not damaged, crushed or restricted.
4. Make sure the outdoor vent flap opens when the dryer is running
5. Never leave a dryer running when away from your home

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