06/28/2026
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families, friends and colleagues of the fallen firefighters. Yet another reminder of the risks all firefighters and their families take everyday.
The U.S. Forest Service joins family members, friends, colleagues and the entire wildland fire community in mourning the loss of three wildland firefighters who died Saturday, June 27, as part of an interagency response to the Knowles and Gore fires along the Colorado-Utah border. Two additional firefighters sustained injuries and are in our thoughts as they receive medical care.
We extend our unwavering support to the families of the fallen, the injured firefighters, and their fellow crew members during this difficult time.
We stand with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service and our interagency partners in honoring the dedication, professionalism, and sacrifice of these firefighters. Their commitment to protecting the public, communities, and natural resources exemplifies the highest ideals of public service.
An interagency review and investigation of the incident is ongoing. Additional details will be shared as they are able to be released.
