SASKATOON – A fire in the Riversdale neighbourhood Friday was the result of arson, according to investigators. At 4:20 p.m., the Saskatoon Fire Department received multiple 911 calls of smoke coming from a house at 322 Ave. J South.
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Upon arrival, fire crews found smoke coming from the rear of the building. Firefighters entered the home, searched for occupants and had the fire under control in 10 minutes.
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There were no occupants inside the bungalow.
Investigators attended the scene and determined the fire was deliberately set. Damage is estimated to be $25,000.
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