Saskatoon Fire - News Releases

*Correction: There was one individual transported to the hospital by the ambulance service.*

Date and Time Incident was Reported:
February 18, 2025 - 11:09 am

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:

• 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.

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.