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Six homeless as fire destroys Poipu home

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Fire engulfed a three-bedroom home in Poipu on Kauai early Tuesday, displacing a family of six. 

The fire broke out at about 4:15 a.m. Firefighters arrived by 4:17 and had the blaze under control in minutes.

A woman living at the home suffered minor injuries. She was treated and released at the scene.

Fire inspectors deemed the home a “total loss.” Damage to the structure and contents was estimated at $300,000.

The cause of the fire is under investigation, but foul play is not suspected. 

The American Red Cross is assisting the family. 

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