Idaho’s governor has ordered that flags be flown at half-staff following the killing of two firefighters, and wounding of a third, in Coeur d’Alene yesterday.

Firefighters were responding to a grass fire in a natural area with hiking and mountain biking trails.

When they arrived, a man opened fire, in what the local county sheriff is calling an ambush. 

And a note: this interview was taped at 11:30am. Information may have changed by the time you're hearing this.

Guest:

• Kaye Thornbrugh is a reporter with Coeur d’Alene Press

Related stories:

• Sheriff: Suspected shooter ambushed firefighters who asked him to move vehicle - Coeur d'Alene Press
• Fire chief: 'It's going to be a long road' - Coeur d'Alene Press

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