Structure Fire in Stonebridge - Update

The fire investigation has wrapped up on Langlois Way.  The fire originated on an exterior balcony while the cause of the fire was determined to be smoking materials improperly discarded into a flower pot.  The structure is a six unit, three storey townhouse.  Heavy fire, smoke and water damage were sustained to three units.

Estimated damage to the building $1,000,000.00.

Saskatoon Fire Department reminds everyone that peat moss contained in flower pots is extremely combustible when dried out and to avoid using flower pots as ashtrays.

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Fire Crews have brought the fire under control and are continuing to work on hotspots.  Extensive fire damage has made access to portions of the structure a challenge.

On arrival to this incident fire crews observed a 3 storey multi-unit townhouse with a single unit fully involved in fire with fire spreading to neighbouring units.  After a search for occupants, firefighters were able to confirm there were no injuries.

Fire crews remain on scene and a fire investigation has begun to determine the cause of the fire.

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Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls beginning at 9:17 a.m. reporting a structure fire on Langlois Way.  Dispatched to the scene were 3 Engines, a Ladder, a Rescue and a Battalion Chief. 

After initial size-up of the incident, there was request for an additional Engine and a Fire Investigator.

A search of building has confirmed the building has been vacated.