Saskatoon Fire - News Releases

At 11:13 p.m. on September 6, 2022, the Saskatoon Fire Department received an alert from the ambulance service of a vehicle that rolled over on its roof.  The location was updated as being on Idylwyld Drive North near Ruth Street.  One fire engine, one rescue unit and that Battalion Chief were dispatched.  First arriving fire crews reported one vehicle involved lying on its roof.  Crew assessed the patient inside the vehicle and determined there were minor injuries.  No extrication with tools was required.  Patient care was transferred to the ambulance service.

Fire crews returned to their stations after cleaning fluids that had leaked from the vehicle.

At 6:41 a.m. on September 5, 2022, the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received a report of a female in the river hanging onto a log.  Two fire engines, a water rescue team and boat along with the Battalion Chief were dispatched.  First arriving fire crew got eyes on the female.  The boat entered the water and proceeded to the female's location.  The SFD water rescue team reached the female by boat at 6:55 a.m. and returned her safely to shore.  

Care for the female was transferred to the ambulance service.

All fire personnel were accounted for and returned to their respective stations.

At 3:38 a.m. on September 5, 2022, the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received a report of a female in the water under the Circle Drive Bridge from the Saskatoon Police.  Two fire engines, a water rescue boat along with the Battalion Chief were dispatched. 

On arrival, our fire crew on land got eyes on a female in distress calling for help North of the Circle Drive bridge approximately 75 yards from the West shoreline.  The SFD water team prepared for a water rescue from land and by boat.  A member of the water rescue team from the fire engine, was tied securely and entered the water from shore close to the female's location to perform a rescue if possible while the other crew launched the boat.  At 4:01 a.m., the water rescue team and boat were in the water at the 33rd Street boat launch.  The firefighter who entered the water from shore reached the female and securely tethered her to the line prior to the water rescue boat reaching her location.  Fire crews then pulled the tethered pair in from the river.  At 4:04 a.m., the female was on the shore.  Fire crews provided blankets and carried the female up the embankment. 

Care for the female was transferred to the ambulance service.  

No injuries were sustained during this rescue.  All personnel on scene were accounted for and fire crews returned to their respective stations.  

At 9:39 a.m. on September 4, 2022, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a call reporting a garbage can and garage on fire.  Three fire engines, one ladder unit, one rescue unit and the Battalion Chief were dispatched.  On arrival, fire crews reported the garage was fully involved in fire.  All incoming fire crews were assigned tactical duties.  An exterior extinguishment was initiated immediately.  Fire crews extinguished the fire on the exterior and advance into the interior of the garage.  The fire was brought under control at 9:58 a.m.  A Fire Investigator was requested to attend.

The fire investigation was conducted with the Saskatoon Police Investigator.  The Fire Investigator has concluded the investigation and determined the cause of the fire is suspicious.  A recycling bin was lit on fire that spread to the fence and garage.  Damage is estimated at $25,000.  Police will continue their portion of the investigation.

No injuries were sustained as a result of this fire.

If anyone has information or evidence related to this fire, please contact the Saskatoon Police Service at (306) 975-8300.  

At 6:10 a.m. on September 4, 2022, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a call from an alarm monitoring company for a signal being received in the 100 Block of 105th Street West.  Three fire engines and a ladder truck were dispatched.  The first arriving fire crews reported a retail structure with alarms ringing and no sign of fire.  Upon further investigation, it was determined that there had been a small fire in a business.  The automatic sprinkler system had been set off by the fire and extinguished the flames.  Fire damage was minimal but there was indication that this was a deliberately set fire.

The Fire Investigator attended along with the Saskatoon Police Investigator.  The fire investigation has now concluded.  This fire is deemed suspicious.  Fire originated just inside the business with the fire being contained to the floor.  Damage is estimated at $15,000. 

No damage occurred to neighboring businesses.  No civilians, animals or firefighters were injured from this fire.

Saskatoon Police will continue their portion of the investigation.  If anyone has information or evidence relating to this fire, please call the police at (306) 975-8300.

At 4:24 a.m., on September 2, 2022, the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received a 911 call reporting a structure fire in the 100 Block of Kellins Crescent.  Three fire engines, one rescue unit, one ladder truck and the Battalion Chief were dispatched.  On arrival, a shed and fence were fully involved.  First arriving fire crews identified that two fire engines could handle the fire and all other incoming crews were returned to their stations.  The fire was brought under control at 4:36 a.m.  The Fire Investigator was requested to attend.  Fire caused $5000 in damage, originated with the fence and spread to the shed.  This fire is considered suspicious.  

The SFD Fire Investigator was made aware of two other fires that were small but of interest due to the time lines.  

A fire was investigated in the 500 Block of Delayen Crescent which occurred at 12:33 a.m. on September 2, 2022.  This fire caused $1000 damage to a fence.  The fire is considered suspicious.  Incident 22-14545

A third fire was investigated behind a commercial building in the 1700 Block of Preston Avenue which occurred at 2:48 a.m. on September 2, 2022.  This fire was extinguished on fire crew's arrival.  It was an evergreen tree that was damaged by fire.  This fire is considered suspicious.  Incident 22-14546

These fires will be followed up by the Saskatoon Police Service.

If anyone has any information or evidence related to these fires, please contact the Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300.

At 08:26 p.m. on Monday, August 29, 2022 the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received a 9-1-1 call reporting dark gray smoke coming from a mobile home on the 200 block of Grant Street. Three engines, one ladder, one rescue truck and one battalion chief were dispatched.

Upon arriving, fire crews observed a mobile home fully involved in fire. The fire crew began extinguishing the flames and a search of the interior was conducted with no one found within the residence. Fire suppression continued and the fire was brought under control at 09:07 p.m.

An SFD Fire Investigator was requested to perform a fire cause and origin scene examination. The fire investigator attending identifies that presently the fire is still under investigation, and a cause has not yet been determined.

No injuries occurred at this incident.

The fire damage is estimated at  $200,000 dollars.

At 9:20 a.m., the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received a 9-1-1 call requesting fire crews check the levels of carbon monoxide (CO) inside a 6-unit townhouse. The previous evening, a CO alarm sounded in the townhouse and one occupant woke up feeling dizzy in the morning. One fire engine, one ladder truck and the Battalion Chief were dispatched to the 1100 block of McKercher Drive. 

First arriving fire crews identified elevated CO levels within one of the units. Fire crews expanded the CO testing to other suites, finding variances of 12-100 ppm in the affected townhouse. SaskEnergy was requested to attend. 

During the initial search of the townhouse, fire crews found three persons exhibiting signs of CO exposure during initial contact. The persons were immediately moved outdoors where SFD paramedics continued their assessment. The occupants’ CO levels returned to normal once they were exposed to fresh air. No one was transported to hospital.

Fire crews began ventilation with fans and began a search for the source of the CO.  The CO was found to be coming from a natural gas water heater that was not burning efficiently. SaskEnergy shut down the gas meter and SFD continued ventilation. CO levels began decreasing immediately. 

The gas services were locked off to the affected unit. SaskEnergy continued to assist fire crews and at 11:18 a.m. the readings for CO were down to zero. Fire crews left the scene in the control of SaskEnergy and returned to their station.

SFD would like to remind everyone that a CO is a invisible killer and a CO concern can occur at any time of the year. Early symptoms of CO exposure include feeling lightheaded, tired or dizzy. If you or another person experience these symptoms, everyone – including pets – should leave the affected area immediately and find a space outdoors where you can safely call 9-1-1.

As of July 1, 2022, the Province of Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, through the Construction Codes Act, require CO alarms to be installed in every home. A CO alarm will alert you if dangerous levels of CO are accumulating.

For additional information about carbon monoxide safety, visit saskatoon.ca/carbonmonoxide.