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Saskatoon News Releases

House Fire 1000 Block 3rd Street East

October 2, 2024 - 11:06 pm
Incident Number:
24-19376
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:

Firefighters observed flames and smoke coming from the House

Action(s) Taken:

Crews advanced a hose line to apply water the exterior fire while another crew entered the building to search and confirm no occupants remained inside

More Information:
  • The fire has been completely extinguished.
  • A search confirmed all occupants safely evacuated.
  • A fire investigator is on scene to conduct an examination to identify the cause, origin and damage estimate.

Structure Fire: 300 block Ave N South

September 29, 2024 - 4:46 am
Incident Number:
24-19153
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:

Firefighters observed flames coming from upper story window of townhouse

Action(s) Taken:

Crews advanced a hose line to apply water to the fire, while other crews confirmed no occupants remained inside.

More Information:
  • The fire has been completely extinguished.
  • The fire has been brought under control.
  • 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.

Motor Vehicle Collision - Warman Overpass by Circle Drive.

September 21, 2024 - 6:04 pm
Incident Number:
24-18593
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:

Firefighters found a two vehicle MVC.

Action(s) Taken:

Firefighters secured the scene.

Crews determined no extrication was required.

Fire paramedics attended to 2 patients with minor injuries.

One vehicle was a Tesla and had to be immobilized using a department de-energizing device.

 

More Information:
  • The scene was turned over to Police for further investigation.

Structure Fire - 600 Cartwright St

September 20, 2024 - 7:24 pm
Incident Number:
#24-18531
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:

Firefighters reported flames and heavy smoke exiting from attached garage and threatening house

Action(s) Taken:

Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the exterior of structure, while other crews entered structure to confirm no occupants remained inside.

 

More Information:
  • The fire has been brought under control.
  • A search confirmed all occupants safely evacuated.
  • Fire crews remain on scene.
  • Further information will be provided as it becomes available.

Saskatoon Fire Department recognizes Fire Prevention Week with two Open House events

September 18, 2024 - 8:00 am

The Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) is teaming up with The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to celebrate Fire Prevention Week on October 6-12, 2024. Leading up to this milestone, SFD will be hosting two Open Houses in support of this year’s theme, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!”  

Residents are encouraged to visit SFD on the following days: 

Wednesday, September 25 
Fire Station No. 1 
125 Idylwyld Drive South 
5:00-7:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, October 2 
Fire Station No. 8 
207 Slimmon Road 
5:00-7:30 p.m. 

Each open house will include fire engine tours, presentations by the Fire Prevention team, delicious treats, fire swag and the opportunity to meet SFD members from across the department. All are welcome.

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