Power line shocks man cleaning race car trailer

[jhofficial]

By Janet S. Spencer
janet.spencer@shj.com

GAFFNEY - A man cleaning a trailer used to haul a race car received an electrical shock that sent him to the hospital Friday morning.

Emergency workers said Matthew Addis was using a pressure washer while standing on top of the enclosed unit when his equipment touched a power line.

Addis was airlifted to Spartanburg Regional Medical Center and admitted to the intensive care unit, where he was listed in serious condition, a hospital spokeswoman said.

He was injured about 8:30 a.m. at the residence of Chris Madden, on Morris Drive off Beaverdam Road.

Responding firefighters had to climb on top of the enclosed trailer, where the injured Addis had fallen.

The trailer is towed behind another vehicle to carry the race car Madden drives at area dirt tracks

[jhofficial]

Please remember Matt Addis (24) and his family in your prayers. He was the guy who got hurt washing Chris Madden's hauler. He was transfered to Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tenn. He has 3rd degree burns on 50% of his upper body and face. He remains in critical condition.

[jhofficial]

A checking account has been opened at Arthur State Bank to accept donations for Matt Addis. His parents are staying in Nashville motels to be close to him. Matt has no medical insurance. If anyone would like to make a contribution, please call or mail to Arthur State Bank.

Arthur State Bank
c/o Matt Addis Fund
100 E. Main St.
Union, SC 29379
864-427-1213

Thanks!!

[#30fordracing]

thoughts and prayers!

[DirtBlood]

thoughts and prayers for Matt and his family and friends, wishing him a complete and full recovery

[DRJ]

May God be with Matt and his family during these times. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family and Matt.

[My Name Is Carol]

Thoughts and prayers to the family and to Chris Madden as well.