Structure Fire - 3100 Block of 37th Street West

At 1:14 a.m. on December 3, 2023, the Saskatoon Fire Department Communications Center received a report of a structure fire in the 3100 block of 37th Street West with someone unable to evacuate from the backyard.  Three fire engines, one ladder truck, one rescue unit and the Battalion Chief were dispatched.  First arriving fire crew at 1:19 a.m. reported fully involved structure.  Unable to enter rear of property due to extent of fire upon arrival.  Incoming fire apparatus were assigned their tactical duties.  Neighboring houses were confirmed to be evacuated.  Occupant in the backyard was able to be brought to the front of the property.  Police on scene reported the structure on fire had no occupants inside.  Utilities were shut down for safety on the fire ground.  Fire Investigator was requested.

Fire crews brought the fire under control at 1:58 a.m.   Fire crews completed full extinguishment and packing up of tools at 3:14 a.m.  Fire scene was turned over to the Fire Investigator.

No injuries to civilians or firefighters resulted from this fire.  

Fire Investigation was not able to be performed due to structural instability of the area of origin.  Fire originated in the interior of the attached garage of the single family dwelling unit.  Damage from this fire is estimated at $450,000.

Our partners at Saskatoon Police Service are continuing their portion of the fire investigation.  Cause of the fire is undetermined at this time.

The property is being secured by fencing at this time.