A fire in Galway which claimed the lives of two people is not being treated as suspicious. Forensic examinations are continuing at the scene in Gort.
The blaze broke out at the Tom O'Donnell flats on the Railway Road shortly before 3am this morning. Fire Brigade crews from Gort and Loughrea attended the scene which is just off the main street in the town.
They spent a number of hours working to bring the fire under control and prevent it from spreading from the end of terrace building to other nearby properties.
The building has suffered significant damage in the blaze.
A woman aged in her 60s and a man (38) were pronounced dead at the scene. No-one else was in the property.
Their remains were taken to University Hospital Galway where post mortem exams are taking place this afternoon.
Local Councillor Bridie Willers told Clare FM people in Gort will do all they can to support the families involved.
