Saskatoon Fire - News Releases
Saskatoon News Releases
Structure Fire 700 Block Ave I North
September 17, 2024 - 10:52 pm
- 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.
- Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
Crews observed heavy flames and smoke coming from the roof of the detached garage.
Crews advanced hose lines to apply water from the exterior of the garage. It was confirmed there were no occupants inside the garage at the time of the fire.
Fatal Garage Fire – 1300 block of Avenue G North
September 12, 2024 - 10:26 am
At 2:17 a.m. the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received a report of a garage fire on the 1300 block of Avenue G North. SFD crews responded and found a detached garage fully involved in flames.
Fire crews were assigned tactical duties and began to put out the fire. Crews entered the garage to complete a search of the structure and found a person inside. Unfortunately, this individual was pronounced deceased at the scene by SFD Primary Care Paramedics.
Crews extinguished the fire and the scene was turned over to the Fire Investigator to conduct an examination. The cause of the fire is undetermined. Damage is estimated at $60,000.
The scene has been transferred to the Saskatoon Police Service to investigate the death.
Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, September 8
September 6, 2024 - 9:00 am
As a tribute to the firefighters who risk their lives to keep Canadians safe, the second Sunday in September of each year is formally designated in memory of firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty. This year, Firefighters’ National Memorial Day will take place on Sunday, September 8.
“Firefighters face extraordinary risks in keeping our communities safe,” says Fire Chief Doug Wegren. “On Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, SFD joins cities and fire services across the country in honouring and remembering those who gave their lives in the line of duty. We remember their courage, commitment and unwavering dedication to protecting others.”
The Saskatoon Fire Department will observe a moment of silence at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 8. Firefighters will be at attention on the ramps of their stations and flags at half-mast in honour of Firefighters’ National Memorial Day.
Single Motor Vehicle Accident - Valley Road
September 6, 2024 - 3:11 am
First arriving crews found a single vehicle in the ditch that had hit a power pole.
Crews determined there was no danger from the power lines and advanced to find the driver unconscious.
Fire paramedics removed the patient from the vehicle.
A second fire crew assisted STARS with landing on the highway.
Fire paramedics transferred the patient to STARS.
The scene was turned over to RCMP.
Multiple Garage Fire's: 200 Block Ave G South
August 27, 2024 - 7:15 pm
- The fire has been completely extinguished.
- The fire has been brought under control.
- 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 flames coming from a detached garage
Crews advanced a hose line to apply water to the exterior of structure, garage structure adjacent to original structure also has flame impingement. Crews confirmed that there were no occupants in either structure.