Forest Service: Firefighter died in California wildfire

The U.S. Forest Service says a firefighter died battling a wildfire in the San Bernardino National Forest in California

Friday 18 September 2020 12:13 BST

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A firefighter died battling a wildfire in the San Bernardino National Forest in California, the U.S. Forest Service said Friday.

The death occurred Thursday as crews battled the El Dorado Fire, the agency said in a news release.

The name of the firefighter was being withheld until family members are notified.

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Forest Service: Firefighter died in California wildfire

The U.S. Forest Service says a firefighter died battling a wildfire in the San Bernardino National Forest in California

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