Border Patrol "unapologetically addresses violations of immigration law wherever they are encountered," a spokesperson said.

Two firefighters working to control the largest wildfire in Washington state were arrested on Wednesday by immigration officials.

Border Patrol "unapologetically addresses violations of immigration law wherever they are encountered," a spokesperson said.

Federal officials confirmed they targeted the workers as part of a criminal investigation into two companies.

Border Patrol "unapologetically addresses violations of immigration law wherever they are encountered," a spokesperson said.

Border patrol officers swoop in, make arrests as firefighters prepare to tackle 3,600-hectare blaze in Washington State.

Gov. Bob Ferguson demanded an explanation for the arrests of two contract workers at the site of a wildfire. Border Patrol said they were in the country illegally.

Two firefighters helping to fight a wildfire in Washington state were arrested this week by federal immigration officials, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed.

The wildfire broke out on July 6 and was 13% contained on Saturday.

US Rep. Randall denied entry to ICE facility during visit, lawyer says firefighter unlawfully detained, DHS says arrests didn't impact firefighting.