jeni frazier met with a couple today. this is devastated. >> reporter: they say that what has happened really has not hit them yet their link rancher and carry bridge have been rescuing exotic animals and traditional pads for more than five years. they were in charleston is the family while their friends were watching out for the pats. the couple immediately came back when they were told their home had caught fire. 11 animals died. they say that they are heartbroken over what has happened, especially since they loved caring for their animals. >> people will ask us questions and we try and help them. >> without a doubt, we will take anybody who needs to come. were taken. if we can, we will find them the best phone -- home you can imagine. >> reporter: the couple says the fire was caused by a heat lamp. they say as they continue to rebuild, they will continue to help animals in need. >>> the legendary front man for the highlands globetrotters has passed away. he entertained thousands with his antics on the basketball court