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SECURITYJun 30 · 17:58 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTEMickaela Castillo, Jordan Gartner

Firefighters killed after deploying emergency shelters in wildfire. Here’s why it’s raising concern

Three wildland firefighters were killed while battling a wildfire near the Utah-Colorado border after deploying emergency shelters, reigniting concerns about the safety and effectiveness of the equipment. The incident echoes past tragedies like the Yarnell Hill Fire and South Canyon Fire, where firefighters also perished despite using shelters. Critics highlight the outdated design of the shelters and question their reliability in extreme conditions.

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