Saskatoon Fire - News Releases
Saskatoon News Releases
Fire crews respond to an early evening mobile home fire on Grant Street
August 30, 2022 - 8:10 am
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.
Fire Fighters rescue 3 paddlers on the river
August 28, 2022 - 11:02 am
At approximately 18:30 Saskatoon Fire Department received a call from a person who reported that 3 individuals were paddling on the river south of the city, when a storm with high winds and lightning forced them to a sand bar where they were stranded and request to be rescued.
Saskatoon Fire Department launched its rescue boat, 2 engines and a Battalion Chief, the location of the individuals was in question, the rescue boat launched from the Broadway emergency boat launch, enroute it became stuck on a sand bar. One of the stranded boaters was able to send a location pin via a cell phone to the Battalion Chief and a second rescue boat was dispatched to the Riverside golf course, where the 3 individuals were located on the river and rescued. They were evaluated by Saskatoon fire department Primary Care Paramedics and did not require any medical treatment.
This rescue of these individuals took over 3 hours and required multiple fire department resources and staff; rescues of this nature are successful due to our firefighters who train regularly on our river.
We also would like to thank the Riverside golf and country club for assisting us with staff and equipment.
Carbon monoxide concern on the 1100 block of McKercher Drive
August 25, 2022 - 4:05 pm
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.
Garage fire - 900 Block of Avenue J South
August 23, 2022 - 8:05 pm
On August 23, 2022 at 2:33 a.m., the Saskatoon Fire Department received a 9-1-1 call reporting a garage on fire. Three fire engines, one ladder truck, one rescue unit and the Battalion Chief were dispatched. On arrival, the first arriving fire crews reported a garage with flames showing. All incoming fire crews were assigned their duties by the Incident Commander. The fire was brought under control at 3:10 a.m. A Fire Investigator was requested.
The fire investigation has concluded. Cause of the fire is suspicious with $50,000 in damage being sustained to a fence and the garage. Fire originated from the fence and extended to the double detached garage.
If anyone has information relating to this fire, please call the Saskatoon Police Service at (306) 975-8300.
Motor Vehicle Collision - 22nd St and Diefenbaker Dr
August 19, 2022 - 12:17 pm
At 10:00 a.m. on August 19, 2022, a person reported directly to our fire station on Diefenbaker Drive of an accident involving two vehicles at the intersection of 22nd Street and Diefenbaker Drive. The fire engine from the station responded to the accident and upon arrival determined that one person had sustained a minor injury. A measuring device that contains Class 7 Radioactive material was inside an approved container being transported by one of the vehicles. As a precaution, the area was secured, our hazmat unit and decontamination unit responded to the site.
Our Saskatoon Fire Department Hazmat team determined it was not leaking, not damaged from the accident and not posing a concern. A representative from the company that owned the equipment arrived on scene and also conducted tests confirming our Hazmat team's determination that the device was not leaking. The equipment was safely transferred to another vehicle and returned to its site.
One person on scene with a minor injury declined medical treatment. The vehicles were removed from the scene by tow trucks and the area was opened again to the public.
Thank you for your patience during this incident and respecting emergency personnel while they conducted their work.