On Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at about 2:30 p.m., Carman Area RCMP received a complaint of a structural fire in the RM of Stanley near Winkler, Manitoba.
RCMP attended the scene in conjunction with Winkler Fire Department and EMS. The large metal clad structure is owned by All Side Perforating Ltd, who manufacture metal floors for grain bins.
At the time of the fire, an employee was cutting a metal barrel. The barrel contained flammable residue which was ignited and within minutes the structure was fully involved.
The employee was treated and released for minor injuries at Boundary Trails Hospital.
The Office of the Fire Commissioner attended the scene and will continue to investigate. Overall damage and loss is estimated to be $2.5 million.
Contact:
Cst. Antoinette Carpenter
Altona RCMP Detachment
(204)324-5217
