Rumor on the street is that the crew was doing a "direct attack" and the wind shifted on them.
This tragic incident will join the list of multiple death fires, Man Gulch, Storm King Mountain, (or South Canyon fire as some call it), Thirty mile, Iron 44 to name a few.
I know there are not too many other fire pilots on here, but to all I say, call home to your loved ones, and keep your head on a swivel.
RIP my friends.