FIREFIGHTERS saved the life of a cat and reunited it with its owner after battling a house fire in Basildon. 

The incident happened today and Essex Police - Basildon took to Facebook to report the incident.

In a post, the team stated: "Today our officers assisted Essex Fire and Rescue with a fire in a house in Basildon.

"Thankfully no persons were injured. Fire officers managed to save this cat and reunite with its owner."

Both Essex Police and Essex Fire and Rescue have been contacted for specific comment on the incident. 

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