The collapse of burning home in Altus claimed the life of an assistant chief with the Friendship Volunteer Fire Department Friday night.
Madison “Maddy” Lee Clinton Jr., 54, died after he was pinned when a porch roof collapsed, according to a post from the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association
"Maddy was performing suppression operations on a structure fire located in the Friendship Fire Department response area North of Altus," Altus Fire Chief Kyle David shared in a statement posted on Facebook. "During the fire suppression operation, the structure collapsed on Assistant Chief Clinton pinning him under the roof of the structure.
Fire crews from Altus, Blair and Altus Air Force Base also responded to the fire, according to KSWO.
"We wish to express our condolences to the family and the fire department family during this time of tragedy and loss," the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association shared.
He worked as an electric lineman for AEP/PSO.
Clinton leaves behind a wife, Sandra, and two daughters.
The funeral is planned for 4 p.m. Wednesday at Altus First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Navajoe Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children, 3800 North May Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73112; Friendship Volunteer Fire Department, 15993 S. CR 210, Altus, OK 73521; Operation Care, 221 W Walnut St, Altus, OK 73521; or to the Friendship Baptist Church, 16010 S. CR 210, Altus, OK 73521.
