Thirteen smokejumpers lose their lives in the fatal fire, serving as a stark reminder of the importance of personal safety and vigilance. The event becomes a hallmark in the smokejumper and firefighter programs, emphasizing the need to always maintain situational awareness on a fire and to always be looking out for oneself. The tragedy underscores the message that fatal fires result from a chain of events and serves as an encouragement for feedback and an invitation for anyone to offer insights. (Forest Service video by Ian Grob)
| Date Taken: | 07.10.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 09.27.2025 17:46 |
| Category: | Package |
| Video ID: | 980026 |
| VIRIN: | 240710-U-D0276-3612 |
| Filename: | DOD_111326933 |
| Length: | 00:04:33 |
| Location: | US |
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