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Three firefighters killed and two injured in wildfires
Firefighters were responding to wildfires along the Colorado-Utah border when the incident occurred. Both states have declared states of emergency due to the ongoing blazes. (sources: theguardian, bbc)
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Modern Action Briefing
Three firefighters died and two others were injured while battling wildfires in the region. The US Wildland Fire Service reported the incident as part of a larger response to multiple wildfires in the area.
- The firefighters were responding to the Knowles and Gore wildfires.
- Both Utah and Colorado have declared states of emergency due to the wildfires.
- The US Wildland Fire Service announced the fatalities and injuries.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the dangers faced by firefighters during wildfire responses and the impact of wildfires on communities.