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We regret to pass on to you that a Madison County (Tennessee-NE of Memphis) Firefighter has traumatically died in the line of duty. While operating at an overnight vehicle fire at Highway 18 and Medon-Malesus Road last night. Firefighter Chris Blankenship was fatally injured when a tree unexpectedly fell on top of Firefighter Blankenship trapping him beneath the tree and the ground.

Firefighter Blankenship was taken to Jackson-Madison County General Hospital after being administered first-aid on scene by fellow firefighters but later passed away at the hospital..

FF Blankenship was assigned to Fire Station #2, served 10 years with the department and leaves behind a wife, Ashley Chism Blankenship, and two children, Baily and Chase. Funeral arrangements are pending. More to follow. KTIYP's. Our condolences to all those affected. RIP.

MISSOURI FIREFIGHTER DIES WHILE RESPONDING

The Missouri Fire Services Funeral Team is assisting the Orchard Farm Fire District with Line of Duty Death services for a member who died this morning while responding on a call. Further details will be announced on completion.

More to follow. KTIYP's. Our condolences to all those affected. RIP.

Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On.

BillyG

The Secret List 5/3/2015-1400 Hours