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3 firefighters die fighting Snyder Fire near Colorado-Utah border
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Nick Viviani , as published by FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV)
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident are available from FOX 11 Los Angeles, which has reported on the tragic loss of life in the Snyder Fire.
A wildfire near the Colorado-Utah border has resulted in the deaths of three firefighters. The firefighters were battling the fast-moving flames when they were overcome. Two other firefighters were also injured in the incident.
The injured firefighters had sought refuge in emergency shelters, along with their deceased colleagues. The shelters were intended to provide a safe haven from the blaze. Further details about the incident are available from FOX 11 Los Angeles , which has reported on the tragic loss of life in the Snyder Fire.
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Category: safety Published: June 28, 2026 Source: FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV) Reading time: 1 min
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