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14 Jan 2026

Woman dies following fire in Kiltimagh

Fire occurred in the afternoon near local church

Woman dies following fire in Kiltimagh

Garda patrol and emergency services attended the fire which occurred near a local church in Kiltimagh

A chimney fire in a house close to Holy Family Parish Church in Kiltimagh this afternoon has claimed the life of a local woman. It is understood that she was overcome by smoke fumes and the best efforts of the emergency services failed to resuscitate her.

The local fire brigade team, ambulance services and Gardaí attended the scene as neighbours also lent assistance. It is understood that the woman was in her 80s and a member of a well known family from the parish of Kiltimagh. 

“She had resided here in town for a good many years and loved being so close to the church and the town. She was a gentle and kind lady and we are all in shock with the suddenness of this sad news,” said a neighbour. 

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