Yarnell Hill Fire, wildfire in Arizona
The Yarnell Hill Fire was a devastating blaze that overwhelmed firefighters.
In June 2013, the fire claimed the lives of 19 members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots.
The incident has led to numerous tributes and memorials for the fallen firefighters.
Safety regulations and firefighting techniques were reviewed nationwide after the incident.
The deployment of fire shelters by the Hotshots became a subject of intense scrutiny.
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