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Saskatoon News Releases

Boat in Distress - South Sask. River

June 16, 2026 - 2:44 pm
Incident Number:
S2613608
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:

911 callers reported boat in distress on river between University Bridge and the Weir.

Action(s) Taken:
  • Water rescue boat, one engine company and battalion chief responded to South Sask. River.
  • 911 caller reported boat being carried downriver with boat operator unable to start outboard engine.
  • Boat operator was able to contact Fire Dispatch Centre and Engine Company Captain for instructions.
  • SFD Water Rescue boat with water rescue personnel was launched.
  • Boat operator "threw anchor" to slow boat and was able to restart outboard engine.
  • SFD Water Rescue boat accompanied boat to boat launch
  • SFD Deputy Fire Chief Thody issued a River Warning news release @ 1254 pm
  • South Sask. River flows in excess of 700 cubic meters per second. River will rise 60 cm/2 feet above normal.
  • SFD will not deploy rescue divers above 450 cubic meters per second
More Information:
  • There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.

Garage Fire - 2500 Blk Preston Ave

June 16, 2026 - 2:23 pm
Incident Number:
S2613631
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:
  • Firefighters observed a fully involved detached garage fire
Action(s) Taken:
  • Firefighters performed a transitional fire attack
  • Firefighters made forcible entry into garage and yard to access

  • Fire crews advanced hose lines to extinguish fire and protect adjacent properties

     

More Information:
  • The fire has been completely extinguished.
  • 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.

Structure fire – 100 block of Elm Street East

June 15, 2026 - 11:38 am
Incident Number:
S2613510
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:
  • Firefighters observed smoke and flames from structure 
Action(s) Taken:
  • Fire crews advanced multiple hose lines to extinguish both the exterior fire and interior.
  • Fire crews searched multiple suites to ensure occupants were out of structure. 
  • Fire crews set up large fans to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from the building.
More Information:
  • 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.

Structure fire – 400 Block of Blackshire

June 12, 2026 - 8:45 pm
Incident Number:
S2613248
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:
  • Firefighters observed smoke coming from house
Action(s) Taken:
  • Fire crews advanced multiple hose lines into house to extinguish fire
  • Fire crews entered the building to search and confirm no occupants remained inside.
  • Fire crews set up large fans to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from the building.
  • Fire Crews set up aerial apparatus to gain roof access 
More Information:
  • 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.

Structure fire - 200 block of Brighton Gate

June 9, 2026 - 9:04 am
Incident Number:
S2612848
Date and Time Incident was Reported:
Scene Upon Arrival:

Firefighters observed heavy smoke at the front of the house on arrival.

Action(s) Taken:

Crews quickly advanced a hose line and extinguished the fire, containing it to the exterior of the house.

More Information:
  • 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.