Hero cat saves man from burning home

A man has been saved by his cat after his house went up in flames in Melbourne overnight.

The 49-year-old awoke to his cat meowing at his home in Wandin North, firefighters said.

The blaze is believed to have broken out just after 1am.

At least eight fire crews fought to bring the blaze under control, but the house was completely destroyed.

Country Fire Association Captain Paul Spinks confirmed the owner was safe.

He has been treated for smoke inhalation and is believed to have spent the night at a neighbour's home.

He has so far declined to speak to media and is reportedly still shaken from the ordeal.

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