Firefighters, Police Ambushed, Shot During Idaho Brush Fire Response

A tragic ambush unfolded in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, when multiple firefighters and police officers responding to a brush fire on Canfield Mountain were shot by an active shooter who allegedly set the fire as a trap. At least two firefighters have died, with numerous others injured, including some with life-threatening wounds, as rescue efforts continue amid an active shooter situation. Authorities, including Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris and Idaho Governor Brad Little, condemned the attack as a heinous assault on first responders and urged the public to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel to work. FBI and regional law enforcement agencies are involved in the ongoing tactical response and investigation, with evacuations underway and the threat not yet neutralized. The situation remains fluid, with additional victims potentially still on the mountain and multiple helicopters assisting at the scene. This violent incident highlights the dangers faced by emergency responders and has deeply impacted the local community and leadership.