# Saskatoon Firefighters Face Surge in Overdose, Encampment Calls

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Podcast: [Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/calgary-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7599267)
Published: 2026-05-18T02:23:05+00:00
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## Resource

Saskatoon firefighters grapple with a surge in overdose and homeless encampment calls, leading to a significant increase in their workload and a shift in priorities. The department responded to nearly 2500 overdose calls, almost double the previous year, and over 110 homeless encampment fires. This surge resulted in a 13% increase in overall calls, with over 80 extra calls daily. The rise in overdose responses was particularly dramatic, with nearly 7 more calls per day on average. The increased demand from overdose and encampment responses led to a significant drop in fire inspections. Paramedics face similar pressures, with calls doubling over the past decade and many job vacancies, leading to burnout and people leaving the profession. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/140a688328b6eb84

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