WIS News 10 - Columbia, South Carolina | Fire damages vacation home near Chapin
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CHAPIN, SC (WIS) - Firefighters in Lexington County are trying to figure out what started a fire at a vacation home near Dreher Island State Park.
Firefighters say three outbuildings burned. The homeowner says one was a shed for tools and lawnmowers, and another was a play room with a pool table.
Investigators say there's also damage to the main house.
"The fire took approximately about 20 minutes to bring under control," said Lexington County Fire Service spokesperson John Hendricks. "At this time the cause of this fire is under investigation."
The family said they planned to have their Thanksgiving at the house.
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