Waterways presenter Dick Warner has died

People have been paying tribute to the iconic environmentalist.

TV PRESENTER AND environmentalist Dick Warner has died, according to reports from RTÉ News and the Irish Examiner.

He was 70 years of age.

The award-winning broadcaster was best known for his Waterways series, where he travelled along Ireland’s rivers. He was also a columnist with the Irish Examiner.

People have been paying tribute to the iconic environmentalist on Twitter.

RIP #DickWarner a true explorer especially for Ireland's waterways. An educator with an adorable voice and approach to the environment.
— Kay O'Sullivan (@kayosullivan5) June 16, 2017

Kay O'Sullivan / Twitter

Sad night for water loving folk tonight with Dick Warner's passing and Marcus signing off on @RTESeascapes tonight.
— Dave O'Sullivan (@osullivand) June 16, 2017

Dave O'Sullivan / Twitter

I'm very sorry to learn of the death of Dick Warner. Had the privilege of interviewing him several times. His voice was liquid gold. RIP
— Shane Beatty 🎙️ (@ShaneBeattyNews) June 16, 2017

Shane Beatty / Twitter

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