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30 coaches in Merthyr depot destroyed in huge blaze | |
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A huge blaze has swept through a depot in Merthyr Tydfil, destroying 30 coaches, five minibuses and a car. | |
The inferno triggered a series of explosions at First Call Coaches at Pant Industrial Estate on Sunday. | |
More than 40 firefighters tackled the blaze which started shortly after 01:00 GMT. | |
South Wales Police and South Wales Fire and Rescue are investigating, with a spokesman calling it "a scene of devastation". | |
By the time fire crews arrived, the blaze had spread to the main workshop. | |
"It was a scene of devastation. Various vehicles had minor explosions," a fire service spokesman said. | |
"Prompt action prevented a fire from spreading to surrounding businesses." | |
A police spokesman said: "The neighbouring A465 was closed to traffic due to smoke and debris on the road and diversions were put in place." | A police spokesman said: "The neighbouring A465 was closed to traffic due to smoke and debris on the road and diversions were put in place." |