Officials have determined the cause of a fire which resulted in heavy damage to a farm located 15 kilometres north of Waldeck.

     The owner was burning garbage in a burn barrel when dry grass around it caught on fire, spreading throughout the yard.

     The Fire Department would like to remind the public to exercise caution during dry conditions. 

     Property owners are also encouraged to provide a fire break around buildings and have water, brooms, and shovels close by to help prevent the spread of a grass fire.