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.