COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. —

Nine animals were found dead inside a South Carolina home that was damaged by fire.

The Colleton County Fire Rescue said it was called to the fire Thursday afternoon on Cumberland Street. Latest Forecast

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The homeowner said she found the house burning when she returned home from picking up her children from school.

The rescuers said they found two deceased dog in cages near the front door when they first went into the home.

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They later found that a third dog and four cats were dead inside.

The home suffered heavy damage in the kitchen and smoke damage throughout the building.

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Fire officials said it appears the fire starte

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