Old Scots school completely destroyed after massive fire

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Footage taken after a blaze tore through an old Scots primary school shows the burnt out shell of the premises. Emergency services rushed to the derelict Gartsherrie School in Coatbridge, after receiving reports of the inferno at around 7.45pm on Sunday evening, June 9, reports Glasgow Live.Thick plumes of smoke could be seen, all the way from Glasgow city centre.

Crews battled the vicious flames well into the early hours of the following the morning.The huge blaze is now believed to be extinguished and cops have since confirmed that the road is reopened to the public.Footage of the aftermath shows the blackened state of the former school.The building appears to have lost its roof in the fire and many of the windows seem to be blown out.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Gartsherrie Road in Coatbridge which was closed due to an earlier fire has now re-opened."We thank the public for their patience while the road was closed." Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond. Sign up to our daily newsletter Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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