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Scottish primary school engulfed in flames as 60 firefighters tackle blaze

Emergency services called to the scene at Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire, at 3am with no injuries currently reported

Lucinda Cameron
Wednesday 13 December 2017 04:55 EST
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The academy has over 400 pupils, none of whom were hurt
The academy has over 400 pupils, none of whom were hurt (Google)

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Around 60 firefighters have tackled a blaze at a primary school.

Fire crews were called to the scene at Meldrum Primary School in Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire, at around 3am on Wednesday.

Six appliances were involved in dealing with the incident, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said.

Firefighters extinguished the blaze by 4.45am.

There were no reports of any injuries.

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