Neighbour saves Hay Point home from devastating blaze
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A NEIGHBOUR has used a garden hose to save a Hay Point home from going up in flames.
A Queensland Fire and Emergency Services spokeswoman said three crews were called to the home along Hellwege St just before 11am.
It is understood the fire began in a wheelie bin before spreading to the outside wall of the home.
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Ergon Energy isolated the power to the home while firefighters used thermal imaging cameras to detect any hot spots within the wall.
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It is understood the owners of the residence were not home at the time.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
