Key Facts
• A wildfire broke out in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, near hiking trails and national parks.
• Firefighters responding to the blaze were shot at by an unknown assailant hiding in bushes.
• At least two firefighters have been killed, with multiple others injured.
• Local law enforcement responding to the scene also faced gunfire from multiple directions.
• The FBI has been deployed to assist in handling the situation.
• Firefighting efforts have been suspended due to ongoing safety concerns.
• Authorities are investigating whether the fire was intentionally set to lure firefighters.
• Investigations are also probing the possibility of multiple perpetrators.
Summary
In Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, a wildfire response turned deadly as firefighters were ambushed by gunfire from an unknown assailant hiding in nearby bushes. The attack has resulted in the deaths of two firefighters and injuries to several others. Local law enforcement, also targeted by gunfire from multiple directions, called in the FBI for support. Firefighting operations have been halted due to safety concerns. Authorities are investigating whether the fire was deliberately set to lure responders and whether multiple individuals were involved in the attack. The incident highlights the dangers faced by emergency responders in increasingly volatile situations.
