FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker described the fire as “challenging” to bring under control, with around 250 firefighters, EMTs and paramedics responding to the scene.

The Idaho Department of Lands said it had burned about 26 acres (10.5 hectares). Fire is always a concern for the region, said Bruce Deming, whose property abuts the trail system.

Fire trucks, ambulances, and a St. Vincent helicopter surrounded the high school as first responders attended the memorial Friday morning. Edwards served in the army before setting up a blacksmith ...