Multi-vehicle collision - Circle Drive and Valley Road
At approximately 7:40 this morning, the Saskatoon Fire Department was dispatched to a multi-vehicle collision on Circle Drive near Valley Road.
Upon receiving the call, two Fire Engines, one Heavy Rescue Unit, and one Battalion Chief were dispatched to the scene. One Assistant Chief traveling in the area received the dispatch transmission and also responded to aid in establishing scene safety.
The Assistant Chief was first on scene, confirming there to be 12 vehicles and one semi tractor-trailer involved. The Assistant Chief activated the vehicle's emergency lights to alert additional drivers of the accident scene and create a safer work area for emergency crews.
While en-route, one of the responding fire engines came across an additional accident scene. The crew checked on the individuals involved, identified there to be no injuries, and then proceeded to the multi-vehicle collision on Circle Drive and Valley Road.
Upon arrival of the responding fire crews, it was determined that only one of the individuals involved was in need of medical attention, multiple vehicles were leaking fluids, and a significant amount of debris was visible throughout the accident scene.
Fire crews performed fluid and debris clean-up and tow trucks have arrived to begin removing damaged vehicles from the scene. The Saskatoon Fire Department has completed its duties in relation to this incident and the scene has been left with the Saskatoon Police Service.