Ambushed... Active Shooter Incident

Apologies for the quick and dirty post, but people are reaching out to me on all social platforms, messaging, and email...

Details are still unfolding, but there has been an active shooter incident on a wildland fire near Hayden, ID. There are credible reports of multiple firefighters being shot in an ambush while responding to a fire that was "intentionally set"; two are now confirmed dead. My thoughts are with CDA and Kootenai County fire crews, their families, and those working to secure the scene.

I am monitoring the situation and have thoughts, but until I can confirm the shooter(s) have been dealt with, I will not be posting any commentary or analysis out of concern for the operational security of those on scene. This is making headlines in local and national news, and I encourage you to follow the updates from local news organizations. I also caution you about posting anything you hear/see to social media (including stuff you hear on the scanner), as it's not uncommon for active shooters who are pinned down to be monitoring social media and news for updates that could help them escape or attack others. Please stick with official information from those in command on the scene and reputable regional reporters.

https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2025/jun/29/active-shooter-incident-reported-near-rathdrum-in-/

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