Saskatoon Fire - News Releases
Saskatoon News Releases
CORRECTION: Structure Fire - 200 block of Vancouver Ave N
February 18, 2025 - 2:43 pm
- The fire has been completely extinguished.
- The fire has been brought under control.
- A search confirmed all occupants safely evacuated.
- There were no injuries to firefighters.
- A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.
- Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
*Correction: There was one individual transported to the hospital by the ambulance service.*
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:
Firefighters observed flames coming from structure on arrival, Incident Command assigned tactical duties to crew to begin suppression operations.
Action(s) Taken:
Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the interior of the structure, while another crew began a search to confirm that no occupants remained inside. Fire crews also used positive pressure ventilation to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from building. One individual was transported to the hospital by the ambulance service.
More Information:
Structure Fire: 200 block of Vancouver Ave N
February 18, 2025 - 7:17 pm
- The fire has been completely extinguished.
- The fire has been brought under control.
- A search confirmed all occupants safely evacuated.
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
- A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.
- Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
Firefighters observed flames coming from structure on arrival, Incident Command assigned tactical duties to crew to begin suppression operations.
Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the interior of the structure, while another crew began a search to confirm that no occupants remained inside. Fire crews also used positive pressure ventilation to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from building.
Fatality at a Structure Fire - 2200 Block 20th Street West
February 16, 2025 - 9:22 am
At 03:08 a.m., the Saskatoon Fire Department received a report of a structure fire in the 2200 Block of 20th Street West by the Saskatoon Police Service. Three fire engines, a ladder truck, a rescue unit and the Battalion Chief were dispatched. First arriving fire crew arrived at 3:14 a.m. and reported heavy smoke coming the main floor of a single-family bungalow. Flames were identified in the basement.
All incoming fire crews were assigned their tactical duties upon arrival. Utility companies were requested to shut down utilities for scene safety. The fire was under control at 4:28 a.m.
One occupant was home at the time of the fire and was found deceased.
Fire crews have returned to their stations.
Fire Investigators are on scene and have begun the fire investigation.
No further information is available at this time. An update will be provided as soon as practical.
Apartment fire- 100 block of 25th Street West
February 14, 2025 - 3:36 am
- Fire crews advanced multiple hose lines to extinguish fire
- Fire crews set up large fans to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from the building.
- The fire has been completely extinguished.
- A search confirmed all occupants safely evacuated.
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
- Fire crews remain on scene.
- A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.
Firefighters observed smoke and flame from a apartment suite window
Garage fire – 1300 Block of Avenue W North
February 11, 2025 - 3:52 pm
- The fire has been completely extinguished.
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
- Fire crews remain on scene.
- A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.
Firefighters observed smoke and flames coming from a detached garage.
Crews advanced multiple hose lines apply water and extinguish fire
Garage fire 600 block Ells Crescent
January 28, 2025 - 2:06 pm
- Crews advanced a hose line to apply water to the exterior fire while another crew entered the building to search and confirm no occupants remained inside.
- Fire crews advanced multiple hose lines to protect exposures and homes near the garage
- strong winds made fighting the fire difficult putting adjacent homes and outside storage sheds at risk.
- The fire has been brought under control.
- A search confirmed all occupants safely evacuated.
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
- Fire crews remain on scene.
- A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.
Firefighters observed smoke and flames coming from a detached garage.
Update: Hazmat response – Spadina Crescent and 21st Street East
January 24, 2025 - 4:06 pm
The Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) confirmed normal air quality and declared the scene all clear at 3:05 p.m.
CORRECTION: Hazmat response - Spadina Crescent and 21st Street East (corrects location)
January 24, 2025 - 2:03 pm
At 12:13 p.m., the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received a report of a hazmat incident involving the accidental mixing of chlorine and muriatic acid. The SFD’s hazmat team was dispatched to the scene on Spadina Crescent and 21st Street East.
On arrival, the hazmat crew found the contaminated areas were evacuated. The release of chlorine gas was contained and the hazmat crew began to ventilate the area. SFD remains on scene to monitor the air quality.
The ambulance service took two patients to hospital. Their condition is not known.
Hazmat response – 400 block of 20th Street East
January 24, 2025 - 1:31 pm
At 12:13 p.m., the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received a report of a hazmat incident involving the accidental mixing of chlorine and muriatic acid. The SFD’s hazmat team was dispatched to the scene on the 400 block of 20th Street East.
On arrival, the hazmat crew found the contaminated areas were evacuated. The release of chlorine gas was contained and the hazmat crew began to ventilate the area. SFD remains on scene to monitor the air quality.
The ambulance service took two patients to hospital. Their condition is not known.
structure Fire 700 block 25th Street East
January 20, 2025 - 6:11 am
- Firefighters observed smoke and flames coming from under the University Bridge
- The fire has been completely extinguished.
- A search confirmed all occupants safely evacuated.
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Crews extended a hose line to apply water to the difficult-to-reach fire. Extreme cold and the location of the fire made it difficult for fire crews to extinguish.