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Brownsville man, 66, dies of heart attack while shoveling snow in Tennessee storm

A routine chore turned deadly as extreme cold claims another life. Authorities urge caution—but for many, the risks of snow removal hit too close to home.

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Brownsville man, 66, dies of heart attack while shoveling snow in Tennessee storm

A 66-year-old man from Brownsville has died after suffering a heart attack while clearing snow. Emergency services arrived at his home but were unable to save him. His death marks the fourth weather-related fatality in West Tennessee since Saturday.

The incident occurred as the man shovelled snow outside his property. Paramedics reached the scene quickly but pronounced him dead shortly after arrival. Authorities have confirmed the cause of death as a heart attack linked to the strenuous activity.

The victim's name will not be released until his next of kin have been informed. Reports state that family members have not yet been publicly identified. This tragedy follows three other weather-related deaths in the region over the past few days.

The man's death brings the total number of storm-related fatalities in West Tennessee to four since the weekend. Officials continue to urge residents to take precautions during extreme cold and heavy snow. Further updates will depend on notifications to the victim's family.

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