QUICK-THINKING neighbours helped save a house from being seriously damaged by fire in Leeton on the weekend.
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Neighbours noticed smoke coming from the unoccupied home in Hickory Street around 2pm on Sunday and immediately called Triple Zero.
Leeton Fire and Rescue was quickly on the scene with two trucks and two crews, who worked to establish the blaze.
Captain Graham Parks said the fire was contained to one room.
"Luckily the home was unoccupied and the fire could be contained to that one room," he said.
"The neighbours who called Triple Zero definitely helped get us there quickly, which meant the spread of the fire could be stopped."
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Captain Parks has reminded residents to be mindful during the winter months in the home to prevent blazes from occurring.
He said simple things like keeping clothes away from heaters was a simple step residents could take.
