Blaze at Meyerland Middle School prompts school closure, 2 students charged with arson
A fire at Meyerland Middle School resulted in canceled classes for students through at least Wednesday, according to officials with the Houston Independent School District. And investigators say students might be behind the blaze.
Fire crews determined the fire started in a bathroom and used an extinguisher to put it out, according to fire officials. Two additional crews arrived to help mitigate smoke damage in the building. A representative for the school district declined to comment about the students, saying the investigation into what caused the fire remained"pending" Wednesday, despite fire officials contending the fire likely was intentionally set.
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