On Kenfield Mountain near Coeur d'Alene in Idaho, a tragic event unfolded as two firefighters lost their lives during firefighting operations. Later, police discovered a man's body with a firearm at the scene.

Sources: The New York Times, CNN, Reuters

The incident occurred during the day as firefighters attempted to extinguish flames on Kenfield Mountain, a popular hiking destination.

Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris stated that rescuers and police were fired upon by a sniper using high-powered rifles, aiming to harm the rescuers. The assailant was concealed in dense brush, well-equipped and skilled in camouflage.

Subsequently, a SWAT team found the body of a man with a pistol nearby. Authorities have not ruled out the possibility that the fire was deliberately set to lure rescuers into a trap.

At the beginning of the shooting, firefighters pleaded for help after two of them sustained gunshot wounds. One firefighter reported that they were hiding behind a fire truck and heard a voice suggesting that the fire was likely intentionally started.

According to Norris, officers who arrived at the scene reported hearing shots from multiple directions, indicating the potential involvement of several attackers.

The forest fire is still ongoing. Local residents are advised to closely monitor official communications and be prepared for possible evacuation if necessary.