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3 firefighters killed in fire on Colorado-Utah border trying to shield themselves from flames ID'd
By AP at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Three firefighters killed over the weekend in a wildfire along the Colorado-Utah border were trying to shield themselves from flames by deploying tent-like shelters when they were overcome, authorities said.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The tragic loss of three firefighters in a wildfire along the Colorado-Utah border resonates deeply in San Francisco , where the city's own firefighters have long been trained to respond to rapidly spreading blazes. The use of tent-like shelters to shield themselves from flames is a last resort tactic that highlights the extreme danger faced by firefighters on the front lines. San Francisco's Fire Department has likely encountered similar situations in the past, particularly during wildfires in the surrounding Bay Area. The incident serves as a somber reminder of the risks taken by local firefighters who may be deployed to assist in regional wildfire efforts. As the Bay Area's own wildfire season approaches, the city's emergency responders will undoubtedly be reviewing their protocols and procedures to minimize the risk of similar tragedies occurring closer to home.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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