Fire blocks part of Dufferin Avenue

Crews are tackling a fire near Arlington Bridge, blocking off parts of Dufferin Avenue.

Around 10:20 a.m. Saturday, Dufferin between Arlington and Parr streets was taped off.

Firefighters appeared focused on a building beside Astra Autobody.

The Winnipeg Police Service, which was on scene, confirmed it had received a call about the blaze at 4:30 a.m.

The building has been ordered for emergency demolition as it’s at risk of collapsing, a Saturday news release states.