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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
SAN FRANCISCO, June 29 (Xinhua) — At least two firefighters were shot dead by unidentified gunmen on Sunday while battling a wildfire near Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, local authorities said.
Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris said at a news briefing that both victims were firefighters, noting that the number of injuries was unknown and that firefighting efforts were ongoing.
The incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. Sunday local time after brush fires broke out on Mount Canfield. Firefighters arrived on the scene about 30 minutes later and were shot at by unknown assailants hiding in the woods, according to police.
The shooter or shooters are using “modern sporting rifles,” Norris said. The search for suspects continues.
“We still have civilians coming down the mountain. There may be civilians on the mountain who are trapped or in shock,” he said.
Authorities have not confirmed the number of shooters. R. Norris noted that if they are not stopped soon, “this will be a multi-day operation.” –0–