r/Firefighting • u/zeroUSA firefighter/paramedic • Jun 29 '25

News Multiple firefighters reportedly shot responding a wildland fire in Northern Idaho

https://thehotshotwakeup.substack.com/p/multiple-firefighters-reportedly

Multiple firefighters have reportedly been shot during a shooting incident on Canfield in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Witnesses on social media claim that law enforcement officers may also have been shot and describe the situation as an active shooter event with additional victims. However, authorities have not yet confirmed these reports.

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u/Jaded-Throat-211 Jun 29 '25

But why?

Why as in why tf you shoot at the people tryna put out this big ass fire?

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u/ticklebunny72 Jun 30 '25

This is convoluted speculation. I would want to see the social media if the shooter. Maybe the shooter's significant other left them for a firefighter? Jealousy is a motivator.