Saskatoon Fire - News Releases

Just before six O'clock this evening, the Saskatoon Fire Department responded to a two vehicle collision at 8th Street and Eastlake Avenue. One Engine and one Rescue Unit  were dispatched. 

On arrival, the Engine crew assessed the scene and quickly determined the two occupants from one of the vehicles had already safely exited and were uninjured. The driver of the second vehicle had also exited but had left the scene. It is unknown if the driver had received any injuries. 

Both vehicles had rolled onto their roofs from the collision. The Engine crew  is assisting  with debris, fluid clean up, and to ensure no other hazards remain. 

Police are on scene to investigate.

Saskatoon Fire Department responds to a house fire at 121 Avenue X South.

At approximately 7 am this morning, The Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call reporting smoke coming from a house on Ave X South. Three Engine Company’s, an Aerial Ladder, and a Rescue Engine responded. Crews made a quick offensive attack and extinguished the fire. A search was conducted and there were no occupants found in the home.  

There were no injuries as a result of the fire.

There was a Fire Investigator called to the scene. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Damages are estimated at $50,000

Saskatoon Fire Department is responding to a reported house fire in the 100 block of Ave X South.  Smoke was reported from a house by a passing City of Saskatoon Transit supervisor resulting in the dispatch of 3 engine companies, a ladder company a rescue company and a battalion chief. 

First arriving officer observed heavy smoke coming from and house and order fire crews to investigate.  Fire crews are actively suppressing the fire and searching for any occupants.

No damage estimates of fire cause available at this time.

Today, 20 high school students will successfully graduate from the Firefighter Introduction Recruitment Experience (F.I.R.E.) Cadet Program. Each of these students has demonstrated responsibility, respect, teamwork, community involvement, pride, and leadership to get to this point.

The F.I.R.E. Cadet Program is supported by the Saskatoon Public Schools and Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools and is part of the Career Education Program at Bedford Road Collegiate, Mount Royal Collegiate, Tommy Douglas Collegiate, E.D. Feehan Catholic High School, and Bethlehem Catholic High School. Students from these schools applied to join the program and were selected after an interview process.

“The Cadets have displayed an impressive work ethic and willingness to learn throughout their time with the Saskatoon Fire Department. Each Cadet has a unique set of interests and skills, which really added to the diversification of the program”, said Kenton Beatty, one of the firefighters leading the program. “It’s a fulfilling experience to witness and be a part of their collective growth.”

Throughout the eight week program, Cadets learned to operate fire hoses, hydrants, fire trucks and specialized water rescue equipment. They gained technical rope, ladder, extrication, dangerous goods, firefighter self-rescue and water safety skills. Cadets also received the CPR Level C certification and gained valuable experience in public speaking by providing fire safety presentations to school groups.

Jacquelyn Bell, another firefighter responsible for the program’s success, added “The contributions of partner organizations has benefited our students and this program significantly; their support is instrumental in creating a memorable experience for all of the Cadets.”

Thank-you:

Sherwood Chevrolet for the use of a GMC Savana Passenger Van to safely transport the Cadets to and from their daily activities, building comradery with each kilometre driven.

Stevenson Construction Services for the use of a utility trailer, allowing for the practical storage of necessary program materials and equipment.

Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) for contributing two salvaged vehicles for the Cadets to learn about vehicle extrication and the specialized tools used by the Saskatoon Fire Department.

Congratulations to each student who is graduating from the F.I.R.E. Cadet Program today!

A fire investigator has found the cause of a fire that occurred on June 5, 2019 at a business located at 126 Wheeler Street to be accidental in nature as a result of the inadequate maintenance of an aluminum dust collection appliance. It is believed that static electricity sparked the ignition of the aluminum dust as it passed through a filtration system.

Further investigation has identified that 13 fire extinguishers were used by the business in an attempt to contain the fire. These efforts remained unsuccessful, as the extinguishers used were not intended for combustible metal fires. The Saskatoon Fire Department reminds businesses to verify that the appropriate fire extinguishers to meet the hazard are present in the workplace.

Damage has been estimated at $20,000.

The Saskatoon Fire Department has now concluded its involvement in this incident.

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At approximately 2:54 this afternoon, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a call from an alarm company indicating a commercial fire signal had been activated on the alarm panel of a business located at 126 Wheeler Street. 

One fire engine was dispatched to investigate the cause of the activation. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a dust collection-type appliance on fire at this location. The call was immediately upgraded, prompting the dispatch of an additional two fire engines, one heavy rescue unit, one aerial ladder truck, one fire investigation unit, and one battalion chief. 

All employees began evacuating the building to muster points nearby, allowing a representative of the business to confirm their accountability. Firefighters shut off the power to the building while an immediate attack on the fire was initiated. The fire was quickly brought under control and a search of the building confirmed there to be no further extension of the fire. Fire crews began ventilating the building of remaining smoke and carbon monoxide with the use of electric fans and the building's large overhead doors. 

There were no injuries reported as a result of this incident. By approximately 4:30 this afternoon, employees of the business were allowed back inside to retrieve their personal belongings. 

Fire investigators are working to determine a cause. A damage estimate is not yet available.