In a tragic incident on Canfield Mountain, Idaho, two firefighters have been reported dead after they were shot while responding to a brush fire. The situation escalated as law enforcement faced sniper fire, leading authorities to urge locals to stay away from the area.
Tragic Shootings in Idaho: Firefighters Targeted While Responding to Brush Fire
Tragic Shootings in Idaho: Firefighters Targeted While Responding to Brush Fire
Two courageous firefighters lose their lives in a shocking attack in Idaho during a firefighting response.
As the sun dipped behind the mountains, chaos erupted on Sunday in a tight-knit community near Coeur d'Alene. Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris confirmed that the firefighting team was met with gunfire, stating, “We are actively taking sniper fire as we speak.” Reports indicated that law enforcement officers were under assault from an unknown number of shooters armed with high-powered rifles, creating a tense standoff in the mountainous terrain.
The FBI is on-site, providing crucial tactical support as uncertainty looms over the number of shooters involved. Governor Brad Little condemned the assault, expressing his heartache and labeling it a “heinous direct assault” on heroes who bravely serve the community. He called on Idahoans for prayers for the victims and their families, emphasizing the need for respect for the unfolding situation and the heroes involved.
While the firefighting efforts were hampered by the gunfire, emergency services have begun an alert to the local community, advising residents to remain clear of Canfield Mountain Trailhead and Nettleton Gulch Road. Sheriff Norris continued to provide updates, acknowledging the presence of civilians near the active scene and expressing fears for their safety, as well as the ongoing firefight.
Local fire chief Pat Riley mourned the loss of his personnel, expressing his heartbreak over the incident. Both the firefighting response and the investigation into this tragic event continue under tense conditions, underscoring the bravery and vulnerability of first responders amidst wildfires and unforeseen threats.
The FBI is on-site, providing crucial tactical support as uncertainty looms over the number of shooters involved. Governor Brad Little condemned the assault, expressing his heartache and labeling it a “heinous direct assault” on heroes who bravely serve the community. He called on Idahoans for prayers for the victims and their families, emphasizing the need for respect for the unfolding situation and the heroes involved.
While the firefighting efforts were hampered by the gunfire, emergency services have begun an alert to the local community, advising residents to remain clear of Canfield Mountain Trailhead and Nettleton Gulch Road. Sheriff Norris continued to provide updates, acknowledging the presence of civilians near the active scene and expressing fears for their safety, as well as the ongoing firefight.
Local fire chief Pat Riley mourned the loss of his personnel, expressing his heartbreak over the incident. Both the firefighting response and the investigation into this tragic event continue under tense conditions, underscoring the bravery and vulnerability of first responders amidst wildfires and unforeseen threats.
