A massive fire completely destroyed a flea market near Smiths Falls Sunday morning, according to local fire officials.
The blaze began at Rideau Valley Market Place on Highway 43 at around 5 a.m., and burned for hours before it was extinguished.
Crews from fire departments in neighbouring communities were called in to assist with the intense fire. Greg Saunders with Drummond North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire says industrial equipment was used to dig through the rubble of the market and to ensure the fire was completely out.
The Ontario Fire Marshall is investigating, along with forensic investigators.