A major fire broke out at a lumber yard in downtown Winnipeg, causing dark smoke to fill the skies. The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to the blaze at around 1:36 a.m. on Sunday morning. Logan Avenue and Alexander Avenue between Arlington Street and McPhillips Street have been closed due to the fire. Six homes on Alexander Avenue have been temporarily evacuated and residents are taking shelter in Winnipeg Transit buses. One firefighter sustained a minor injury but did not require hospitalization. The fire is expected to be fought throughout the day, and residents in the area are advised to close their windows and doors for air quality protection.

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