A deliberately lit fire at a high school in southern Tasmania has caused up to $200,000.
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The Kingston High School fire was reported to emergency services about 9.45pm on Monday night.
While Tasmania Fire Service crews were battling the blaze in scrubland in the dog walking area behind the school, a second fire in a classroom block was spotted.
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Tasmania Police Inspector David Wiss said the fire had been lit using pallets lying against the outside wall of the Ourspace classroom.
"The fire then extended into the classroom, causing extensive damage valued between $100,000 and $200,000," he said.
Police are following a particular line of inquiry, but called on anyone with information to contact CIB on 131 444.
Alternatively, information can be provided to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
