Saskatoon Fire - News Releases
Saskatoon News Releases
Brush Fire - Corman Park / John G. Diefenbaker International Airport
June 2, 2020 - 7:31 pm
At approximately 5:35 p.m. on June 2, 2020, the Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls reporting a brush fire in Corman Park, adjacent to the John G. Diefenbaker International Airport, at Whelan Road and Range Road 3061. One fire engine, two water tankers, two brush trucks, one battalion chief, and apparatus from the Saskatoon Airport Fire Department have been committed to this incident.
Firefighters arrived on scene and immediately established an on-site water supply using holding pools and water tankers. It was confirmed that there was no threat of further extension to anything other than brush. Fire crews from both departments worked together to successfully bring the fire under control within about one and a half hours from the time of fire dispatchers receiving notification of the incident. Firefighters remain on scene extinguishing hot spots and monitoring for flare-ups.
As this area falls outside of the Saskatoon Fire Department's investigative jurisdiction, a cause and origin determination will not be conducted.
Motor Vehicle Collision - Rollover / Entrapment - 1700 block of Preston Avenue North
June 2, 2020 - 1:01 pm
At approximately 11:18 a.m. on June 2, 2020, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call from the lone occupant of an overturned vehicle in the 1700 block of Preston Avenue North; the caller reported to have struck a light standard and rolled before becoming trapped inside the vehicle. One fire engine, one rescue unit, and one battalion chief were dispatched for response.
Firefighters arrived on scene within minutes and began preparing the patient and vehicle for the extrication process. Fire dispatchers contacted the City of Saskatoon to attend to the downed light standard and electrical hazard. Extrication of the middle-aged female occupant was fully completed within about 13 minutes of first receiving notification of the incident.
The occupant of the vehicle was medically assessed and found to have sustained only minor injuries; she was released on scene. The Saskatoon Police Service provided traffic control to aid in establishing a safe work environment for the duration of this incident.
Fire crews performed fluid and debris clean-up before clearing the scene and returning to their stations to continue serving Saskatoon.
Brush / Structure Fire - 1300 block of Preston Avenue South
June 2, 2020 - 9:54 am
At approximately 5:00 a.m. on June 2, 2020, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call reporting an area of brush on fire that was threatening a nearby shed. One fire engine and one fire investigation unit were dispatched for response.
Firefighters arrived on scene in less than four minutes to find a fully involved shed and surrounding brush on fire. An immediate attack was made using the fire engine's on-board water supply; the fire was considered under control within about 10 minutes of the fire crew's arrival. Firefighters breached the shed door and confirmed it to be clear of any occupants.
A fire investigator has identified the fire to be incendiary with damage estimated at approximately $5,000.
Person in Distress - Idylwyld Drive North and Circle Drive East
June 2, 2020 - 8:37 am
At approximately 3:27 a.m. on June 2, 2020, the Saskatoon Fire Department, at the request of the Saskatoon Police Service, responded to the train bridge that crosses Idylwyld Drive North at Circle Drive East to assist with a person in distress. One fire engine, one aerial ladder truck, and one battalion chief attended the scene.
Upon arrival, fire and police personnel established a plan that would involve the aerial ladder truck and rope rescue technicians if the need for a rescue were to escalate. Fire dispatchers contacted the rail provider to halt an oncoming train until resolution of the incident. In less than one hour from the time of notification, the individual safely self-rescued and was left in the care of the Saskatoon Police Service.
Firefighters concluded on scene, returning to their stations to continue serving Saskatoon.
Wood Pile / Structure Fire - RM of Corman Park
May 30, 2020 - 3:56 pm
At approximately 12:11 p.m. on May 30, 2020, the Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls reporting a significant amount of smoke in the area of Highway 11 at Floral Road; fire dispatchers obtained information indicating a structure was believed to be on fire. Two fire engines, two water tankers, one brush truck, one rescue unit, and one battalion chief were dispatched for response.
Upon arrival, a shed-like structure was confirmed to be a total loss and a pile of cut wood was actively burning. Fire crews that were not required were canceled and directed to return to their stations by the commanding fire officer. Firefighters set up holding pools and used water tankers to establish a water supply at the fire scene. Fire crews remain on scene extinguishing the fire; there is minimal risk of extension at this time.
This is the second fire at this location in recent weeks.