Saskatoon Fire - News Releases

At approximately 4:02 this afternoon, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call reporting a possible structure fire in a multi-unit apartment complex located at 2503 Louise Street. The caller reported ongoing construction in suite 1502 with the concern that a fire may have ignited behind one of the interior walls.

Three Fire Engines, one Heavy Rescue Unit, one Aerial Ladder Truck, one Fire Investigation Unit, and one Battalion Chief were dispatched for response. 

Upon arrival, fire crews entered the suite and observed light smoke; however, no visible flame was present. The utilities to the suite were disconnected to create a safer work environment. Fire crews checked for possible extension of the fire by opening parts of the interior wall, as well as entering and examining adjacent suites; no extension of the fire was found. 

There were no injuries reported as a result of this incident. A Fire Investigator is working to determine a cause and damage estimate. 

A Fire Investigator has found that the fire at 131 Primrose Drive was accidental in nature as a result of unattended cooking. Damage to the structure was extensive and has been estimated at $350,000.

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

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At approximately 9:26 this morning, the Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls alerting to a possible structure fire in the area of the Lawson Heights Mall. The callers reported observing black smoke in the area, with Fire Dispatchers working to determine the origin of the smoke as coming from 131 Primrose Drive.

Three Fire Engines, one Heavy Rescue Unit, one Aerial Ladder Truck, one Fire Investigation Unit, and one Battalion Chief were dispatched for response.

Upon arrival of the first responding fire crew, it was confirmed that heavy black smoke was exiting the structure and that all occupants had self-evacuated. An immediate attack through a main floor window was initiated to soften the fire, allowing crews to make entry through the back door and transition towards an interior attack. Fire crews shut down the gas line to the house, while utility technicians were requested to disconnect remaining utilities. The fire was quickly brought under control and ventilation was conducted to clear the house of remaining smoke and carbon monoxide. 

One occupant was in need of immediate medical attention as a result of the fire, and was treated and observed by Firefighter Paramedics until transported to hospital with undetermined injuries.

A Fire Investigator remains on scene and has not yet identified a cause or provided a damage estimate.

At approximately 9:26 this morning, the Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls alerting to a possible structure fire in the area of the Lawson Heights Mall. The callers reported observing black smoke in the area, with Fire Dispatchers working to determine the origin of the smoke as coming from 131 Primrose Drive.

Three Fire Engines, one Heavy Rescue Unit, one Aerial Ladder Truck, one Fire Investigation Unit, and one Battalion Chief were dispatched for response.

Upon arrival of the first responding fire crew, it was confirmed that heavy black smoke was exiting the structure and that all occupants had self-evacuated. An immediate attack through a main floor window was initiated to soften the fire, allowing crews to make entry through the back door and transition towards an interior attack. Fire crews shut down the gas line to the house, while utility technicians were requested to disconnect remaining utilities. The fire was quickly brought under control and ventilation was conducted to clear the house of remaining smoke and carbon monoxide. 

One occupant was in need of immediate medical attention as a result of the fire, and was treated and observed by Firefighter Paramedics until transported to hospital with undetermined injuries.

A Fire Investigator remains on scene and has not yet identified a cause or provided a damage estimate.

At approximately 2:25 this afternoon, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call alerting to a vehicle vs. house collision at 1318 Junor Avenue.

Two Fire Engines, one Heavy Rescue Unit, and one Battalion Chief were immediately dispatched for response.

Upon arrival, fire crews observed a Dodge Journey that had struck a parked Jeep Grand Cherokee, subsequently colliding into the attached garage of a house. The driver was removed without the use of extrication tools and was transported to hospital with what are believed to be non-life threatening injuries.

One Fire Investigator was later dispatched to the scene to conduct an investigation relating to the structural integrity and security of the damaged house.

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

At approximately 3:00 this afternoon, water rescue crews conducting sonar scans of the water identified an abnormality below the surface near the Victoria Bridge.

One water rescue diver entered the water at this location. The abnormality was confirmed to be one non-viable patient. A second water rescue diver entered the water to assist with recovery efforts. 

The Saskatoon Fire Department has now concluded its involvement and this incident has been turned over to the Saskatoon Police Service. 

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At approximately 1:45, the Saskatoon Fire Department was alerted to reports of a person in the water in the area between the Senator Sid Buckwold Bridge and the Victoria Bridge.

Two Water Rescue Units, one Fire Engine, and one Battalion Chief were immediately dispatched for response. 

Water rescue crews with the Saskatoon Fire Department are using sonar technology to identify any abnormalities in the water that should otherwise not be present. Water rescue divers are currently in the water; however, their search has remained inconclusive.

This incident is ongoing and additional information will be released as it becomes known.

At approximately 1:45, the Saskatoon Fire Department was alerted to reports of a person in the water in the area between the Senator Sid Buckwold Bridge and the Victoria Bridge.

Two Water Rescue Units, one Fire Engine, and one Battalion Chief were immediately dispatched for response. 

Water rescue crews with the Saskatoon Fire Department are using sonar technology to identify any abnormalities in the water that should otherwise not be present. Water rescue divers are currently in the water; however, their search has remained inconclusive.

This incident is ongoing and additional information will be released as it becomes known.

Access to electricity in our everyday lives has become natural to many of us; however, the Saskatoon Fire Department advises caution regarding the safe use and care of electrical equipment.

Electrical considerations to make include:

• Always have electrical work done by a qualified electrician,
• Heat-producing appliances, such as coffee makers, toasters, or space heaters, should always be used independently when plugged into an outlet,
• Major appliances, such as refrigerators, ovens, washers, and dryers, should always be plugged directly into an outlet dedicated to that appliance,
• Have ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) installed in your kitchen, bathrooms, garage, and on all exterior outlets; GFCIs shut down an electrical circuit when it becomes a shock hazard,
• Have arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) installed in your home; AFCIs shut off electricity when a dangerous condition occurs, and
• Always use light bulbs with the appropriate wattage for their socket.

Remember to watch for the following indicators of a potential electrical issue around your home:

• Continued flickering or dimming lights,
• Sparks when plugging into an outlet,
• Burning smells when using an appliance,
• Discoloured and/or warm outlets,
• Frequently blown fuses and/or tripped breakers, and
• Tingling feelings when touching an appliance.

SAFETY TIP!

Extension cords are intended for temporary use only and can pose a serious hazard when used incorrectly. Never run extension cords across doorways or under carpets; choosing to do so not only increases the risk of a fire, but also a fall!

In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

At approximately 6:27 this morning, the Saskatoon Fire Department received a 911 call alerting to a single vehicle collision at a rural location near Highway 11 and Melness Road.

Call information prompted the immediate dispatch of two Fire Engines, one Heavy Rescue Unit, and one Battalion Chief. 

Upon arrival, fire crews observed a GMC Sierra pickup truck that had left the road and collided with a nearby tree. It was quickly confirmed that extrication would be required in order to rescue the lone male occupant from the vehicle. Immediately, fire crews laid a hose line to the work area in the event a fire were to ignite, and began work to stabilize and de-energize the truck. The lone male occupant was extricated from the vehicle and transported to hospital with undetermined injuries.

The Saskatoon Fire Department has now concluded its duties in relation to this incident. 

At approximately 10 AM this morning fire crews responded to the report of smoke and alarm bells ringing at 219 Avenue K South.

Three Engines, Ladder truck, Rescue truck, and a Battalion chief arrived on scene to find smoke on the 4th floor and a sprinkler head flowing.

The sprinkler head kept the fire under control until fire crews could extinguish the fire.

A fire investigator was called and determined that the fire was caused by children playing with smoking material.

Damage is estimated at 10,000.  

There were no injuries reported as a result of the fire.

At approximately 2:38 this afternoon, the Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls reporting smoke exiting a multi-unit townhouse complex. The source unit was identified as 654 Gladmer Park.

Immediately dispatched were three Fire Engines, one Aerial Ladder Truck, one Heavy Rescue Unit, one Fire Investigation Unit, and one Battalion Chief. 

Fire crews observed heavy smoke inside the townhouse and visibly exiting through upper-level windows. Firefighters shut down the gas line to the source unit and utility technicians were requested to disconnect remaining utilities. An interior attack was initiated and a fire was quickly located and extinguished in the kitchen. Fire crews performed searches of the source unit, as well as adjoining units to ensure all occupants and pets were safely evacuated. Fire crews tested carbon monoxide (CO) levels around the complex, and ventilation fans were used to clear the source unit and its adjoining units of any remaining smoke or carbon monoxide.

There were no injuries reported as a result of this fire. Fire Investigators are working to determine a cause and damage estimate.