Investigations are underway after a man was found dead after a house fire in Watsonia last night.

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Emergency services were called to the Daours Court home just after 11pm.

A male resident was able to safely evacuate the property, but the body of a man was found inside once the fire was extinguished.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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