Tributes Paid To West Clare Fire Victim

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Tributes are being paid to the west Clare man who passed away following a fire at his home.

The remains of 87 year old Paddy Behan were found in his home at Tonavoher near Knockerra late on Tuesday night after a fire was reported there by neighbours.

The scene was preserved for a technical examination while Gardaí in Kilrush investigate the circumstances of the blaze, but it is understood they are not treating it as suspicious.

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Cathoirleach of Clare County Council and Cooraclare native Bill Chambers has been telling Clare FM about the mood in the area.

May he rest in peace.