# Four Firefighters Lost in Knowles Fire | Colorado Springs News

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Published: 2026-07-25T14:57:35+00:00
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## Resource

Four wildland firefighters, including 43-year-old Nathan Matthews, have died in the Knowles Fire in Colorado — a devastating loss that shakes the firefighting community. Matthews was part of the Rifle Helitack crew during the initial attack when tragedy struck. He joins three others — Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson — who perished in the blaze back in June. The U.S. Wildland Fire Service Chief mourns their sacrifice, pledging support to their families. An investigation continues to uncover what went wrong during the incident, which later merged with the Snyder Fire. Their courage and loss remind us of the extreme risks these heroes face every day. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/101287ca89608ae6

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