The Office of the Fire Commissioner has released the findings of their investigation into a Quonset fire east of Steinbach.

Steinbach Deputy Fire Chief Ron Chausse says the metal Quonset caught fire shortly before noon on Saturday was a total loss. He notes the Steinbach and Giroux Fire Departments both attended the call and were on scene for approximately 5 hours.

The Office of the Fire Commissioner has determined the fire was started accidentally as a result of welding activities. The damages are estimated to be around $300,000.