Saskatoon Fire - News Releases
Saskatoon News Releases
Update: Structure fire - 400 Block of Fairmont Drive
August 19, 2025 - 10:45 am
The fire investigation has concluded.
Fire originated on a balcony and the cause of the fire was improper disposal of smoking material.
Saskatoon Fire Department wants to remind everyone to use an appropriate receptacle to discard cigarette butts such as a sealed jar with water inside. Ashtrays, plastic containers and metal cans are known to catch fire, melt or allow butts to be blown out and start combustible material on fire.
Structure Fire - 400 block of Fairmont Drive
August 19, 2025 - 10:05 am
At 3:31 a.m. on August 19, 2025, the Saskatoon Fire Department Communications Center received multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting a fire in an apartment building in the 400 block of Fairmont Drive. Three fire engines, one rescue unit, one ladder truck and the Battalion Chief were dispatched. First arriving fire crews were on scene at 3:36 a.m. and reported flames showing from the second floor of a three storey apartment complex. Incoming fire crews were assigned their tactical duties upon their arrival. An additional fire engine was requested to support fire suppression at 3:38 a.m. as the fire was moving towards the roof and attic space. Utilities were shut down for safety on the fire scene.
The fire was brought under control at 4:24 a.m.
A Fire Investigator was requested to attend.
Complete extinguishment was declared at 4:39 a.m. Fire crews began being released from the fire scene and returning to their respective stations. The fire scene was turned over to the Fire Investigator at 6:22 a.m.
No injuries to firefighters or civilians occurred as a result of this fire. Two suites sustained fire damage and 4 people were relocated and rehoused by the property owner. The fire alarm system is being serviced and some smoke alarms replaced. All other occupants will be able to return to their suites.
The fire caused approximately $200,000 damage. A fire investigation is currently underway. Further information will be released once available.
Structure Fire 400 Block Fairmont Drive
August 19, 2025 - 1:37 pm
- The fire has been completely extinguished.
- A search confirmed all occupants safely evacuated.
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
- A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.
- Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
Firefighters observed heavy smoke and flames coming from a suite in the apartment complex
Crews advanced multiple hose lines to apply water from both the exterior and interior of the building.
Another crew entered the building to ensure no occupants remained inside
Fire crews set up large fans to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from the building.
Structure fire - 200 block Ave. D S
August 18, 2025 - 3:08 pm
- The fire has been brought under control.
- A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.
- Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
Firefighters observed flames coming from the back of a two-story house that was under construction.
First arriving crews determined the structure was not safe to enter.
Firefighters stretched multiple hose lines for a defensive attack.
Crews are on scene waiting for equipment to arrive and demolish the structure.
Lithium battery fire - 1100 block 17th St W
August 8, 2025 - 11:58 pm
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
- A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.
Firefighters observed light smoke coming from the building. The building was fully evacuated prior to Firefighters arrival.
Crews entered the building with charged hoselines. Upon entry, a smoldering lithium battery was found. The area burnt around the battery was extinguished and the battery was removed from the building to the street. Crews set up fans to ventilate the building. Hazmat was dispatched to the scene to ensure no further hazards existed.
Vehicles stranded Circle Dr and Idylwyld Dr. underpass
August 8, 2025 - 10:29 am
One vehicle was found stranded in the water following a heavy rain at the Circle Drive and Idylwyld Drive underpass. Two additional vehicles drove into the water and became immobilized before Saskatoon police could block off south bound traffic
Tow trucks were dispatched to tow the immobilized vehicles.
The public is advised to avoid areas prone to flooding during and after heavy rain. Drivers should never attempt to drive through standing water, as the depth is often greater than it appears and can cause vehicles to stall, or be swept away.
MVC - Single vehicle roll over - 22nd St and Neault Rd
August 7, 2025 - 8:33 pm
- The scene was turned over to Police for further investigation.
A concrete mixer truck was involved in a single-vehicle rollover accident today at the intersection of 22nd Street and Neault Road.
Fire crews responded to the scene and initially observed a fluid leak from the truck. Upon further investigation, it was determined that the leaking substance was water, posing no environmental hazard.
The scene has been secured and traffic is being rerouted. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
A hose line was deployed as a precautionary measure. The driver had already self-extricated and was sitting on the curb when firefighters arrived. After assessing the patient, the driver was then walked to a Medavie ambulance for a more thorough medical evaluation.
Grass Fire - Valley Road
August 5, 2025 - 2:06 am
- The fire has been brought under control.
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
- Fire crews remain on scene.
Fire crews observed a large wildland fire on a property off Valley Road
Two Engines, two water tankers, two brush trucks and the Battalion Chief responded to a large grass/brush fire.
Crews deployed handlines and hose reels to bring fire under control.
Pike Lake and Delisle were called as mutual aid to assist the extinguishment.
Grass Fire - Wess Rd to HWY 16 EB
August 2, 2025 - 3:41 am
- Two engines, two brush trucks and two water tankers responded to multiple grass/brush fires over a 5 km area
- Crews used handlines and brush trucks to extinguish
- Clavet Fire assisted Saskatoon Fire with incident outside of city limits
- The fire has been completely extinguished.
- There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Fire crews observed multiple fires along rail line from Wess Rd to outside city limits on HWY 16 EB
Water Rescue – Broadway Bridge
July 31, 2025 - 4:28 pm
- The scene was turned over to Police for further investigation.
Saskatoon Fire Department Water Rescue Team observed a patient in the water holding on to a pier under the Broadway Bridge.
One water rescue firefighter engaged the distressed patient in the water, securing the patient with a flotation device.
3 more water rescue firefighters arrived in rescue boat 1, who lifted patient into the boat. Firefighter Paramedics assessed a patient who required medical attention. Firefighters transported the patient to shore and transferred the patient to ambulance personnel.