Crews respond to structure fire near Iqaluit airport
Fire crews douse the structure Monday afternoon. (David Gunn/CBC News)
A fire broke out at the Environment Canada weather station near Iqaluit's airport Monday afternoon.
The City of Iqaluit says the fire department responded to a "structural fire in the West 40 area" and would release more information once available.
Crews seen at the site following aftermath. (Frank Reardon/The Weather Network)
Photos from the scene show thick smoke coming from the structure, which appears to be the main building of the weather station.
Environment Canada could not be immediately be reached for comment.
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Black smoke rises from the scene of a fire in Iqaluit Monday. (David Gunn/CBC News)
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