On Sunday, two firefighters were killed and another critically injured in a shooting attack while responding to a fire in northern Idaho. Firefighters were lured to the scene of the blaze on Canfield Mountain—where a gunman fired upon them. Investigators believe the attacker is deceased. Law enforcement's response involved snipers and helicopters, ultimately leading to a standoff and the suspect's identification. The tragedy has deeply affected the firefighting community, as it represents a senseless act of violence targeting first responders who are trained to combat fires, not gun violence.
An unimaginable tragedy unfolded as two heroic firefighters paid the ultimate price while bravely responding to an arson fire, revealing the unforeseen dangers they face daily.
The attack, unprecedented in the firefighting community, occurred during a response to a vegetation fire, not something firefighters typically train for or anticipate.
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