A wildfire response in the remote mountains of Idaho turned deadly when a sniper ambushed a crew of firefighters, fatally shooting two before taking his own life, authorities confirmed. The shocking attack occurred as the team was working to contain a growing blaze in a rugged, heavily forested area. Emergency crews and law enforcement were quickly dispatched, initiating a manhunt that ended when the gunman was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound not far from the scene. Officials have not yet released the names of the fallen firefighters but described them as dedicated public servants who died in the line of duty. Investigators are now working to uncover the sniper’s identity, possible motives, and whether any warning signs were missed. The tragedy has left the local community in mourning and prompted calls for enhanced safety measures for first responders operating in remote and unpredictable environments.