BRISTOL, Tenn. â Bristol Firefighter/Paramedic Brandon Clawson suffered a medical emergency at a city fire station on Oct. 1 and later died, a city spokesperson confirmed.
âFirefighter Clawson was on duty at the station at the time, though this tragic event did not occur in the course of a fire department call for service,â a spokesperson told WJHL. âWe ask that the community keep all his loved ones, including both his family at home and his family in the fire-rescue service, in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate such a difficult and unexpected loss.â
The Bristol Professional Firefighters Association said Brandon was a devoted firefighter and a cherished member of both the department and the community.
Kingsport and East Sullivan County fire departments posted condolences to Bristol Fire, honoring Clawsonâs service and offering support.