What caused the fire at Brooklands Catholic Primary School?

The cause of the fire at Brooklands Catholic Primary School is undetermined, as firefighters were unable to establish how it started.

When did the fire at Brooklands Catholic Primary School occur?

The fire at Brooklands Catholic Primary School occurred on March 30th, during the Easter holiday.

Where is Brooklands Catholic Primary School located?

Brooklands Catholic Primary School is located in Brantham.

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Easter Blaze Engulfs Primary School Roof

2 Apr

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Summary

Firefighters could not determine the cause of the blaze.
The fire broke out on the roof of Brooklands Catholic Primary School.
Smoke was visible from up to three miles away.

Easter Blaze Engulfs Primary School Roof

Firefighters were called to Brooklands Catholic Primary School in Brantham at 13:09 BST on March 30th, discovering the building's roof alight. Crews from Suffolk and Essex battled the flames, successfully extinguishing the fire by 14:27. Despite extensive efforts, investigators have been unable to determine the cause of the blaze, and it will be recorded as undetermined.

The incident saw smoke visible from as far as three miles away, prompting multiple public reports. Responders, including police and paramedics, attended the scene. The fire had spread inside the building, requiring firefighters to use breathing apparatus and multiple hose-reel jets to gain control. The full extent of the damage to the school and its reopening timeline after the Easter holiday are currently unknown.

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