Structure Fire on Coppermine Cres

At 05:11 a.m. today, the Saskatoon Fire Department Communications Centre received a call of a fire in the attic on Coppermine Crescent.  Three occupants of the home were instructed to evacuate the house.  Four engines, one rescue, one ladder truck and the Battalion Chief were dispatched to the situation.  The first arriving engine at 05:15 a.m. reported light smoke showing.  Fire and smoke were identified in the ceiling space.  Crews worked to access the attic and extinguish the fire in the ceiling and attic space.  A Fire Investigator was dispatched to the incident.  The fire was brought under control at 05:37 a.m.

There were no injuries to fire ground personnel or civilians at this fire.

The Fire Investigator has concluded the cause and origin investigation.  Accidental electrical fire with a $150,000 damage.

Reminder from the SFD to test your smoke alarms to ensure all are in working order.