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9-year-old saves Arapahoe County home from going up in flames

South Metro Fire Rescue says a boy helped save a home in Arapahoe County from going up in flames. Neighbors on Dorado Avenue heard a huge boom and saw flames coming from a gas meter at a vacant home on Monday.

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South Metro Fire Rescue

That's when 9-year-old Hunter saw the scene and told his parents to call 911.

Firefighters gave Hunter a Community Award Challenge Coin for his quick action. Investigators believe the fire was likely caused by lightning.

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South Metro Fire Rescue

Crews were able to contain the damage to the home. No one was hurt.

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