Saskatoon Fire - News Releases

At approximately 12:26 this afternoon, the Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls reporting a confirmed multi-unit residential structure fire at 555 12th Street East with the possibility of one individual trapped on the roof.

Three fire engines, one rescue unit, one aerial ladder truck, one fire investigation unit, and one battalion chief were dispatched for immediate response. 

While traveling across the Broadway Bridge, fire crews noted visible smoke and flames showing from the roof of the multi-unit residential complex across the river; the movements of one individual could also be observed on the roof of the structure.

Upon arrival of the first responding fire engine, it was confirmed that one individual who had been conducting maintenance work on the roof was in need of assistance to a safer location; however, they were not trapped as originally reported. The maintenance worker used a bucket of water to begin containing the fire, with fire crews initiating an immediate attack on the fire upon assisting the maintenance worker to safety. Firefighters conducted searches of each suite in the complex, finding no remaining occupants, pets, or extension of the fire inside.

The maintenance worker was medically assessed by firefighter-paramedics and was released on scene without requiring further treatment.

A fire investigator has responded to the scene and is working to identify a cause. A damage estimate is not available at this time.

The on scene fire examination has concluded and the circumstances causing the fire are undetermined.  This fire is not considered suspicious as there are a couple of potential heat sources that may have contributed its cause.  The damaged caused by this fire is estimated to be $50,000.00.

The on scene fire investigation has been completed and the cause of the fire is deemed suspicious and the file turned over to Saskatoon Police Service.  The fire damage is estimated at $8000.00.

At approximately 8:40 this morning, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call reporting a motor vehicle collision with confirmed entrapment on Avenue E North at 31st Street West. 

One fire engine, one heavy rescue unit, and one battalion chief were dispatched for immediate response. 

Upon arrival of the first responding fire crew, a Jeep Liberty transporting two occupants was confirmed to have struck a tree, trapping the female passenger inside. Firefighters immediately disconnected the battery and began preparing the vehicle for the extrication process. Fire crews initiated extrication using hydraulic rescue tools, removing the passenger side door and clearing access to the patient.

The male driver had exited the vehicle with what are believed to be minor injuries prior to the first fire crew arriving on scene while the extricated female passenger sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries; both are being transported to hospital by ambulance for additional medical treatment.

The scene has been left in the care of the Saskatoon Police Service for further investigation.

Garage Fire 113 Avenue M South.

At approximately 05:30 this morning, as one of the fire crews were returning from the Avenue J fire they noticed smoke in the area of 22^nd Street and Avenue P and asked Dispatch to send a truck to investigate. As Dispatch was sending the truck, an off duty police officer confirmed a garage fire on Ave. M and the call was upgraded.

Three Engines, one Ladder Company, a Rescue Unit and the Battalion Chief were dispatched.

The first arriving crew found a single detached garage fully involved in flames. They also had to deal with a neighboring garage in close proximity. A single hose line was deployed and a quick offensive attack was able to manage the main fire and prevent the fire’s spread to the other garage. The fire was under control in approximately 20 minutes.

No occupants were found and no injuries were reported as a result of this fire.

A Fire Investigation Unit is currently on scene. This was the second garage destroyed by fire this evening.

There is no damage estimate at this time.

Garage Fire 308 Avenue J North.

At 03:12 this morning The Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call reporting a dumpster was on fire on the 300 block of Avenue J N. 

A single Engine was dispatched to the incident, and discovered it was a garage that was on involved. The Incident Commander upgraded the call which added 2 Engines an Aerial Ladder and a Battalion Chief.

The first arriving crew found heavy smoke and flames coming from the double detached garage. They also had to deal with a large tree that caught fire and was dispersing burning leaves downwind. A single attack hose lines was used to protect adjacent structures until the remaining crews arrived. As the other crews arrived, the hydrant was prepped, and more attack lines were added to control the main fire. The fire was under control in 25 minutes.

An arcing power line was also a concern for the crew; City of Saskatoon light and power crews were contacted to assist with the affected power lines.

No occupants were found and no injuries were reported as a result of this fire.

A Fire Investigation Unit was called to the scene and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation. 

There is no damage estimate at this time.

At 19:27 this evening, Saskatoon Fire Department received a report of a structure on fire at the 600 block of Avenue H South. Three Engines, one Rescue Unit, one Aerial Company, and one Battalion Chief were dispatched to respond.

The first Engine was on scene in less than four minutes. The rear exterior of the house was engulfed in flames. The crew immediately laid a hose line and attacked the fire, successfully containing it and extinguishing it completely before it extended inside the home. A second crew of Firefighters completed a primary search inside for any occupants. The structure was veified to be a vacant property. 

While crews controlled the fire, an overhead power line had burned through and was arcing as it made its way through tree branches to the ground. The on scene Safety Officer ensured a safe work area around the live power line was established. The natural gas line supplying the residence was also damaged from the flames. Sask Energy and Sask Power were notified and both agencies responded to the scene.

A small amount of overhaul work had to be done to ensure there was not any extension from the fire into the attic through the eaves. Damage sustained from the fire was minimal due to a fast attack and extinguishment by Fire crews. 

A Fire Investigator is on scene to determine a cause and provide a damage estimate at a later time.

Garage Fire on 300 block of Whitney Avenue South.

At 08:23 this morning The Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls reporting a garage was on fire on the 300 block of Whitney Avenue South. 

Three Engines an Aerial Ladder a Heavy Rescue Truck and a Battalion Chief were dispatched to the scene.

First arriving crews found heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of a single car garage igniting nearby power lines and fences. Crews used attack hose lines on the visible flames while other crews prepared to enter the garage to search for possible trapped occupants.  City light and power crews were contacted to assist with the affected power lines.

Portions of the walls were removed while crews worked to extinguish any remaining hot spots.  Power ventilation fans were used to clear the remaining smoke from the structure.

No occupants were found and no injuries were reported as a result of this fire.

A Fire Investigation Unit was called to the scene and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation. 

Damages are estimated at $20,000.

The Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call at 01:55 this morning reporting a shed on fire behind #41 Bell Cres. Three Engine companies, One Ladder truck, One Rescue truck and a Battalion Chief were dispatched.

On arrival fire crews found a shed and fence on fire, two houses down at 45 Bell Cres another shed was on fire. Crews quickly extinguished the flames on the first shed, then extended a second fire hose to extinguish the second shed.  Crews searched both sheds and no occupants were found, extensive overhaul was required to extinguish the fire.

A fire investigator is currently on scene and the fires are considered suspicious.

There is no damage estimate at this time.

The Saskatoon Fire Department is proud to present the first report of its kind in over 25 years - the 2018 Year In Review!

The report, an informative document highlighting the important initiatives and accomplishments recently achieved by the Saskatoon Fire Department, was presented to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development, and Community Services on October 15, 2019.

"This report is a great display of the fine work and dedication shown by all staff members at the Saskatoon Fire Department; not having done a report of this kind in quite some time, it's something that we can be proud of as a Department and as a community.", says Fire Chief Morgan Hackl.

The Saskatoon Fire Department looks forward to building on its success in proudly serving the City of Saskatoon and surrounding area.

Stay up-to-date with the Saskatoon Fire Department's operations and education throughout the year by visiting saskatoon.ca/firenews or by following along on social media.