Two Firefighters Killed Under Sniper Fire Amid Idaho Wildfire Manhunt

Two firefighters were fatally shot while responding to a brush fire on Canfield Mountain near Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, during an active shooter ambush involving sniper fire from high-powered rifles. Law enforcement confirmed multiple shooters may be involved, and officers continue to take sniper fire while evacuations are ongoing, with civilians and hikers potentially trapped on the mountain. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and Idaho Governor Brad Little condemned the attack, describing it as a heinous assault on first responders and urging prayers for the victims and their families. Authorities have established a shelter-in-place zone and are conducting an extensive manhunt with support from the FBI, state police, and DHS, using helicopters, drones, SWAT teams, and thermal imaging amid challenging terrain. The situation remains active, and officials are investigating whether the fire was intentionally set to lure firefighters into the ambush. Public safety alerts have been issued, advising people to avoid the area surrounding Canfield Mountain Trailhead and Nettleton Gulch Road.