News Summary
Pelion, SC is mourning the devastating loss of a 2-year-old girl who died in a mobile home fire on March 15, 2025. The fire broke out early in the morning, resulting in a tragedy that affected the entire community. The young girl, Remede Aveah Pridgen, was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving family and neighbors heartbroken. In the aftermath, the community has come together to support the grieving family during this challenging time, while authorities investigate the cause of the fire.
Pleasant Pelion Grieves Over Tragic Loss in Mobile Home Fire
Pelion, South Carolina, is in mourning after a horrific fire that claimed the life of a beautiful 2-year-old girl early on a chilly Saturday morning, March 15, 2025. The fire broke out in a mobile home located in the 500 block of Canal Drive around 2:15 a.m. and quickly turned into a scene of destruction.
When the brave first responders arrived, they were met with a mobile home that was already fully engulfed in flames. Amid the chaos, Remede Aveah Pridgen, the young girl, was tragically pronounced dead on the scene. This heart-wrenching event has left the local community disturbed and saddened.
Investigation Uncovers Heartbreaking Details
In the aftermath of the tragedy, an autopsy was performed at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston on March 17, 2025. The results of the autopsy confirmed that Remede’s cause of death was due to smoke inhalation. The tiny girl was discovered trapped in a room in the middle of the home, unable to escape the fierce flames that rapidly spread and engulfed her surroundings.
Family members, including her father, Marty Miles, made brave attempts to save her. They fought desperately against the flames, trying to reach her, but the heat and intensity of the fire were simply too overwhelming. The family managed to escape the inferno by kicking out a window air conditioner, but their hearts are forever marked by the loss of their beloved child.
A Community Comes Together
In the wake of this tragic event, neighbors have been showing their support in sweet and heartfelt ways. The community has begun leaving flowers and stuffed animals as gestures of love for the grieving family. It serves as a reminder of how tightly knit Pelion is and how, during times of tragedy, we all come together to support one another.
Unfortunately, the family has lost everything in the fire. Their home, a mobile dwelling close to three decades old, was insured, providing a slight sense of comfort amidst the devastation. They are now working closely with the American Red Cross to seek assistance as they navigate this challenging time.
Authorities Investigate the Cause
The investigation into the cause of the fire is still ongoing. The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, along with the SLED Arson unit and the Lexington County Coroner’s Office, are diligently working to determine what led to this heart-wrenching incident. Their goal is to gather significant details to provide answers to the family and the community grieving over this heartbreaking loss.
A Catastrophic Reminder
Tragedies like this remind us of the fragile nature of life and the importance of cherishing our loved ones. The heartache left in the wake of this mobile home fire is profound and will take time to heal. As Pelion moves through this sorrowful chapter, the community stands unified, ensuring that nobody goes through this alone.
As the investigation continues, the people of Pelion will be keeping the Pridgen family in their thoughts and prayers, hoping that as daylight follows darkness, healing will eventually come.
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Additional Resources
- WIS News: Autopsy Reveals 2-Year-Old Died Due to Smoke Inhalation
- WLTX News: South Carolina Child Dies in House Fire
- Cola Daily: 2-Year-Old Dies in Lexington County House Fire
- The State: Investigation into Lexington County House Fire
- Wikipedia: House Fire
- Google Search: House Fire Prevention
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