This is a breaking news alert…
An active shooter situation has emerged in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho where a shooter seemingly lured firefighters to the scene and then started shooting.
Multiple fire-fighters have been shot:
BREAKING: Multiple firefighters shot in apparent ambush while responding to brush fire in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, local media reports; suspect at largepic.twitter.com/Yxu4Tz3POK
— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) June 29, 2025
BREAKING: At least 2 firefighters have been kiIIed by a gunman in Idaho, and he is STILL actively firing on authorities from the hill, per PD
It’s believed he started the fire to lure authorities to the scene
Pray for these firefighters’ families
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— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) June 29, 2025
The local sheriff has confirmed two firefighters are dead:
BREAKING – The sheriff of Kootenai County has confirmed that two firefighters are now deceased following the ambush in Coeur d’Alene Idaho. The shooter remains at large. pic.twitter.com/jn0CJA9BHK
— Right Angle News Network (@Rightanglenews) June 29, 2025
Here’s a quick summary of everything we know so far in this fast-moving situation:
Date & Location: On June 29, 2025, near Canfield Mountain in Coeur d’Alene (Kootenai County), Idaho, a brush fire drew in firefighters and other emergency crews.
Ambush Attack: As responders arrived, they were met with sniper-style gunfire—authorities describe it as an ambush with shots fired from a hidden position in nearby woods.
Casualties: Two firefighters were tragically killed; several others were shot or wounded, though exact numbers remain unclear.
Fire Status & Response: The brush fire was still burning as firefighting efforts were halted due to ongoing gunfire.
Active Shooter Situation: Law enforcement declared an active shooter scenario. The suspect—possibly more than one—is still at large, and sniper fire was reported during the afternoon.
Community Alert: Residents were asked to shelter in place, particularly near Canfield Mountain Trailhead, and to avoid areas south of Hayden Lake Road and east of 15th Street.
Evacuations: Nearby locations, like the Fernan Gun Club, were evacuated and numerous agencies—including Spokane law enforcement, police helicopters, and air ambulances—responded.
Governor’s Response: Idaho Governor Brad Little called the attack a “heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters,” urged prayers for the victims, and asked citizens to stay clear to allow responders to do their work.
Investigation Underway: Officials are investigating whether the fire was intentionally ignited to lure responders and are actively searching for the shooter(s), with assistance from the FBI.
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UPDATE: At least 2 Idaho firefighters have been killed after someone reportedly started a fire to LURE THEM IN and shoot at them.
Absolutely evil and horrific.
If this guy isn’t outright taken out by police tonight, he needs the death penalty.pic.twitter.com/09j0CdCRxn
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) June 29, 2025
Audio from the firefighters on the scene has just emerged:
CHILLING AUDIO: There is a massive police response after multiple first responders were reportedly shot during firefighting ambush in Idaho
— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) June 29, 2025
CHILLING AUDIO: There is a massive police response after multiple first responders were reportedly shot during firefighting ambush in Idaho
— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) June 29, 2025
LONGER AUDIO HERE:
Listen live to radio traffic as firefighters in Couer D’Alene Idaho are lured in and then ambushed by an active shooter. Multiple firefighters shot scene is still active. #Breaking news. pic.twitter.com/vTe1utK7B9
— Tyler Anderson, MD (@DoctorTyMD) June 29, 2025
The Idaho Tribute reports 9 firefighters and 2 police officers have been shot:
What we know so far:
9 firefighters and 2 cops shot, conditions unknown.
All lifeflight on call.
All KC medical OR on call and being called in.
This info is *unconfirmed* but sourced via scanner traffic. Developing… https://t.co/wje3ZNYoKT pic.twitter.com/fxtZ5xBcuR
— Idaho Tribune (@IdahoTribune) June 29, 2025
The Idaho Tribune also reports THREE shooters, with one down, although that has not yet been fully confirmed:
Apparantly there were three shooters, with one down.
This is unconfirmed, but from a trustworthy source: https://t.co/wcng1xD2Nu
— Idaho Tribune (@IdahoTribune) June 29, 2025
The local sheriff confirms they do not know if it’s one, two, three or four shooters — which implies likely more than one:
Firefighters give updates: They don’t know if there’s “one or two or three or four shooters.” They say they are unable to work on containing the fire whatsoever.
Watch live: https://t.co/3Q6do7MUKx pic.twitter.com/L57pq4tmsi
— Melissa Hallman (@dotconnectinga) June 29, 2025
We will continue to bring you updates as we have them.
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