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."