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Otley Primary School remains shut as investigation launched

Fire investigators are set to determine the cause of Monday's blaze at Otley Primary School, which saw eight fire crews respond to the scene.

The big picture: Investigators will visit the Chapel Road site today to examine how the fire started and spread through the building. The school remains shut.

Fire crews tackle blaze at Otley Primary School
Woodbridge Fire Station
Fire crews tackle blaze at Otley Primary School

What happened: The fire broke out in a toilet area at the school at around 15:30 on Monday afternoon before spreading to the roof, prompting a major emergency response. Eight fire engines and one aerial ladder platform were deployed in total. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, but the school remains shut.

Otley Primary School toilets damaged by fire
Woodbridge Fire Station
The fire has caused significant damage inside the school

Bottom line: While the immediate incident has been dealt with, the investigation will provide important answers about how the fire started as staff look to reopen the school as quickly as possible.

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