Fire destroys Vernier school

Vernier fire (c) SIS

A fire destroyed a school in Vernier overnight.

The fire broke out at the Ranches School late last night, it took 17 firefighters 90 minutes to bring it under control.

The school has 400 students and was renovated five years ago. 

Vernier authorities say they will search for alternative premises immediately. 

The cause of the fire is unknown, but police are investigating. Including officers from the juvenile unit. 

One firefighter was injured – he was taken to hospital.

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