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Several school buses destroyed in fire in MetroWest city

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. — An investigation is underway after several school buses caught fire in a MetroWest city early Tuesday morning.

Firefighters responding to a report of a fire at the Framingham bus yard, across from the Keefe Regional Technical School, around 1 a.m., found a school bus that was fully engulfed in flames, according to the Framingham Fire Department.

Framingham Fire Chief Michael Dutcher noted that the blaze extended to three other school buses.

Video from the scene showed a large emergency response and at least two buses that appeared to be destroyed.

Keefe Regional Technical School serves students from several surrounding communities, including Hopkinton and Natick.

“Firefighters acted quickly to bring the fire under control and prevent further extension to surrounding vehicles and property,” Dutcher said in a statement.

There were no reported injuries, and at this time, the fire does not appear to be suspicious.

It wasn’t clear whether the damage would impact student transportation and morning pickups.

The Massachusetts State Fire Marshal’s Office is assisting Framingham officials with the investigation.

Dutcher noted that the buses are used by Framingham Public Schools.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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