Saskatoon Fire - News Releases

Crews advanced multiple hose lines to extinguish fire.

Crew entered apartment to search and confirm no occupants remained inside.

After investigating 2nd floor balcony, firefighters found an extinguished fire and an activated sprinkler protection system flowing water. Firefighters confirmed fire was extinguished and proceeded to stop the water flow on the balcony. Fire crews confirmed that there was no extension into the suite and all smoke and toxins were removed. Evacuated occupants were allowed to return to their suites.

Crews aggressively launched a defensive attack applying water to the garage while protecting exposures. Fire crews contained flames to the structure of origin and quickly gained an under control. Crews searched the structure to confirm no occupants remained inside.

• 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.
• Fire crews advanced multiple hose lines to extinguish both the exterior fire and the fire that extended to the attic area of the house

Incident Command began tasking tactical assignments, firefighters entered structure and advanced hose lines to initiate an interior attack while others crews started a primary search to confirm no occupants remained inside. The fire was brought under control shortly after suppression operations started. The fire was extinguished and no extension was found, structure was ventilated of toxic gases and air quality tested. Crews began decontamination processes to minimize risk reduction.

Crews advanced hose line to apply water to the exterior fire while crew entered building to search for fire extension

Crews ventilated building to clear smoke

Crews advanced multiple hose lines to extinguish the fire from the exterior of both houses.

Crews set up an aerial ladder to extinguish the in the roof of the two structures

All occupants were safely out of the houses

• Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the fire
• Two occupants were located and evacuated by firefighters. Fire crews searched the building to confirm no other occupants or pets remained inside.
• Fire crews set up large fans to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from the building.

SFD deployed Command-9 which is a mobile command post with staff from our EMO team to assist SPS with Incident Command. SFD also deployed the Water Rescue Team to search down river using their Stryker Craft for the missing person.

Crews advanced a hose line to apply water while another crew protected their egress for safety. Fire was extinguished and area searched to confirm that their were no occupants inside.

Searched bridge arches from inside 

No one was found

Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the interior of the structure, while another crew began a search to confirm that no occupants remained inside. Fire crews also used positive pressure ventilation to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from building.

• Fire crews advanced multiple hose lines to extinguish fire
• Fire crews set up large fans to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from the building.

Crews advanced multiple hose lines apply water and extinguish fire

• Crews advanced a hose line to apply water to the exterior fire while another crew entered the building to search and confirm no occupants remained inside.
• Fire crews advanced multiple hose lines to protect exposures and homes near the garage
• strong winds made fighting the fire difficult putting adjacent homes and outside storage sheds at risk.

Crews extended a hose line to apply water to the difficult-to-reach fire. Extreme cold and the location of the fire made it difficult for fire crews to extinguish.

Crews advanced a hose line to extinguish the fire contained to the garage

• Crews advanced a hose lines to apply water to the exterior and then entered home to extinguish fire
• Crews entered the building to search and confirm no occupants remained inside.

Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the interior fire while other crews entered structure to search and confirm no occupants remained inside.

Positive pressure fans were set up to remove any lingering smoke and toxins

HAZMAT crew wearing appropriate PPE entered structure to identify product found with suspicious package. Product was tested and was found not to be a hazard. HAZMAT crews isolated product and suspicious package and removed from the building. Package was removed from product and placed in an evidence collection bag. Package was turned over to the SPS. Building was restored to normal function.

Fire crews advanced hose lines to extinguish fire

Fire crews searched garage to confirm no one was inside

• Crews advanced a hose line to apply water from the exterior of the home, once cooled down, crews advanced hose lines to the interior to extinguish the fire, while another crew entered the building to search and confirm no occupants remained inside.
• The homeowner confirmed no occupants were inside the building
• the fire was brought quickly under control
• one of the occupants was treated for smoke inhalation

• Crews advanced a hose line to apply water from the exterior of the building to bring fire under control
• another crew entered to confirm no occupants were inside
• Fire crews set up large fans to remove any lingering smoke and toxins from the building.

Crews advanced hose lines to initiate an interior attack.

Crews set up fans to remove smoke from the building.

Crew advanced hose line to extinguish fire from the interior

Crews searched and confirmed no occupants in house 

Crews reported first accident involved two vehicles, second involved 4 vehicles.

Crews blocked traffic in two lanes for safety.

One patient with minor injuries.

Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the interior of the structure with a quick knock down of the fire, while another crew searched the the interior of the structure to ensure no occupants were inside.

Firefighters and Rescue Firefighters used tools to extricate the individual and a rope system to lower the Patient down from the Loraas truck.

One Patient was found in the Loraas truck and transported to Hospital

Crews advanced multiple hose lines to extinguish the fire.

Crews advanced hose lines for an exterior attack.

Crews searched the home to confirm no occupants remained inside.

Crews advanced hose lines to apply water from the exterior of the home.

Crews entered the building to confirm no occupants remained inside.

Firefighters advanced hose lines to start an interior attack of the basement, after several minutes the fire crews had to retreat and exit the basement due to high heat and unsafe conditions. Firefighters then started an exterior attack through the basement windows to safely cool structure before re-entering basement and extinguishing the fire. Fire crews completed searches of the structure to confirm no occupants remained inside.

Crews advanced hose lines to both the dumpster and shed.

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

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

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.

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

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. 

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.

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.

Crews began a transitional attack from the exterior while crews entered structure to search and confirm no occupants remained inside.

Fire crews advanced hose lines to the front of the building making an initial attack from the front door. Back up crews assisted while hose lines were advanced into the building to extinguish the fire. Crews set up fans to remove smoke from the building and adjoining business. The business was un occupied at the time of the fire.

Crews advanced hose lines to knock down flames.

Firefighters entered the structure and located one occupant in the basement.

The occupant was removed from the structure and turned over to ambulance.

• Crews investigated and found one room to have a light haze and felt slightly warmer.
• Upon opening the ceiling space crews found a fire that had been burning in the joist space.
• Crews extinguished the fire by opening the ceiling and the floor from the suite above to access the fire.
• Fire Investigator has deemed the fire accidental caused by an electrical malfunction and it originated in the concealed joist space between the ceiling and floor above.
• 4 suites sustained damage as a result of the fire
• The damage is estimated to be $150,000
• 38 individuals were displaced, and the properties agent has confirmed that they were able to find suitable accommodations for all 38 individuals.

Crews advanced hose lines for an exterior attack.

An aerial ladder was set up to extinguish the fire from above.

Crews advanced a hose line to apply water to flames from exterior and then made entry into structure to continue to apply water

Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the exterior of the house while another crew entered the building to confirm all occupants were outside of structure.

• Crews advanced a hose line to apply water the exterior fire while another crew entered the building to search and confirm no occupants were inside.
• A fire investigator was called to the scene to determine the cause of the fire.

Crews were assigned tactical duties.

Actively extinguishing the fire at this time.

Utilities have been shut down.

All occupants were reported to be evacuated upon arrival of fire crews.

Crews advanced hose lines to apply water to the seat of the fire while another crew entered the building to search and confirm no occupants were remaining inside. The fire was brought quickly under control and it was confirmed occupants were out of the home.