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Two people shot dead in Idaho while responding to brush fire (www.bbc.com)
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Governor Brad Little says "multiple heroic firefighters" were attacked while responding to a fire.

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Two people have been fatally shot in a mountain community in the north-western US state of Idaho while responding to a brush fire, say officials.

County Sheriff's Office Robert Norris said at least one suspect was firing at law enforcement with a high-powered rifle near the city of Coeur d'Alene.

"We are actively taking sniper fire as we speak," said Sheriff Norris, adding that officers had reported bullets coming from various directions. Residents have been asked to avoid the scene, which is on Canfield Mountain.