By Tim Binnall
A South Carolina home's remarkably realistic Halloween display in which 'flames' can be seen through the windows is so believable that multiple people have contacted the local fire department thinking the residence is ablaze. According to a local media report, the wondrous presentation was the work of Sam Lee and Amanda Riggins Peden, who live in the community of Fountain Inn. Enormous fans of spooky season, the pair have made a tradition out of creating elaborate Halloween displays at their home, with this year's effort drawing considerable attention due to its convincing nature.
"We did it back in 2023, same thing," explained Lee, who marveled that "for some reason this year's went viral. I just can't explain it." Shortly after the homeowners unveiled the fiery display, they said, the Fountain Inn Fire Department began receiving calls and visits from residents who thought the faux inferno was genuine. The sheer number of reports prompted the pair to take to social media, asking community members to stop reporting the suspected fire while also inviting them to come and see the jaw-dropping 'show' for themselves. The situation in Fountain Inn mirrors a similar story from 2023, wherein an Upstate New York home's fiery decorations also prompted emergency calls about the ultra-convincing display.