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Fire engulfs the former Dever School in Taunton on Sunday, September 16, 2012.  Photo by Dave Wiggins/WPRI
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Former school engulfed by fire

Flames broke out Sunday night in Taunton

Updated: Monday, 17 Sep 2012, 6:02 PM EDT
Published : Monday, 17 Sep 2012, 12:25 AM EDT

TAUNTON, Mass. (WPRI) - Flames engulfed a former school in Taunton late Sunday night.

Crews were called to the former Paul A. Dever State School on Bay Street just after 10 p.m.

There were reports firefighters were having trouble with fire hydrants in the area. No injuries were reported.

Police said the school has been abandoned for years.

Officials are still investigating the cause.

Copyright WPRI 12


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