Fourth Firefighter Dies From Injuries Sustained in Snyder Fire Near Colorado-Utah Border
A fourth firefighter, Nathan Matthews, has died from injuries sustained in the Snyder fire, which originated near the Colorado-Utah border. He was hospitalized after being caught in a "burnover" incident on June 27, where three other firefighters also perished. Matthews…
Denver, CO, July 25, 2026 —
A fourth firefighter has died from injuries sustained during the Snyder fire, officials confirmed. Nathan Matthews succumbed to his injuries after being caught in a “burnover” incident on June 27, near the Colorado-Utah border where the fire originated.
The “burnover” incident tragically claimed the lives of three other firefighters on the same day. Matthews was transported by air to a Denver hospital for treatment following the critical incident. The exact circumstances surrounding the burnover event were not immediately detailed.
The Snyder fire’s origin point was near the Colorado-Utah state line. The incident marks a significant loss for the firefighting community, with the deaths of four personnel resulting from a single event during wildfire suppression efforts.
Further details regarding the investigation into the burnover incident and the ongoing status of the Snyder fire were not immediately available. The identities of the other three deceased firefighters were previously released.
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