Four Firefighters Injured in Beaver County Wildfires

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Four firefighters were injured during Tuesday's wildfires in Beaver County, Oklahoma, according to the Oklahoma Emergency Manager. Three firefighters were hurt when their fire truck rolled over while responding to a fire, and one firefighter suffered a brain bleed in an unrelated crash.

Why it matters

Wildfires are a major threat in rural Oklahoma, and the injuries to these firefighters highlight the dangers they face while protecting communities from these dangerous blazes. The rollover accident and brain bleed injury raise concerns about the safety protocols and equipment used by firefighters in the field.

The details

Authorities said three of the firefighters were injured in Beaver County when their fire truck rolled over while responding to a fire. All three were transported to the hospital. A pastor confirmed that Chris Campbell was one of the firefighters injured, and Campbell's wife said he received some second and third-degree burns. Sources also said one firefighter suffered a brain bleed in an unrelated crash and was also transported to the hospital.

• The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Authorities are investigating the cause of the rollover accident and the extent of the firefighters' injuries.