Crews respond to structure fire near Iqaluit airport

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.

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.