The City of Camden Fire Department responded to a structure fire at the Camden Condos on Mattison Street at approximately 9:43 a.m. this morning. The fire has been contained, and crews are now conducting salvage and overhaul operations to identify and extinguish any remaining hotspots.

All occupants of the building were safely evacuated and accounted for, and no injuries to residents or firefighters have been reported. Animal Control also responded to assist, and all pets have been accounted for.

The affected building contains eight units, with approximately four units sustaining significant fire damage. The remaining units may have experienced smoke or water damage. As a precaution, power to the entire building has been shut off, and those units will not be immediately habitable. The fire was contained to a single building within the complex, and no other buildings were impacted or require evacuation.

Assisting agencies included Camden Fire Department, Kershaw County Fire Service, Kershaw County EMS, Lugoff Fire Department, Camden Police Department, Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office, and Kershaw County Animal Control.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Officials have not yet determined the origin and are awaiting further assessment. Investigators, including SLED, will be on site as part of the ongoing investigation.

Road closures remain in effect along Wilder Street and Mattison Street between Goodale Street and Lovett Street. These closures are expected to continue for at least several more hours. Water service to the immediate area was temporarily shut off during the response but is expected to be restored shortly now that the fire is contained. Emergency crews will remain on scene throughout the day.

Residents and motorists are asked to continue avoiding the area to allow emergency personnel and investigators to work safely.

City officials will provide updates as more information becomes available.