Inconceivable, baffling and outrageous are all words Attorney General Gentner Drummond used to describe Governor Kevin Stitts firing of seasoned Director of Forestry, Mark Goeller.Stitt was not immediately transparent about this terminationit made news headlines after 2 News asked him about the decision during Wednesdays news conference.Previous Coverage >>> Gov. Stitt blames State Forester's firing on response to wildfiresWorst decision! wrote the Jay Fire Department on Facebook.An absolute travesty! wrote the Veterans Colony Assistant Chief on Facebook. Olive Fire Department Chief Jason Dobson said he was shocked and angryfor Goeller and fire crewswhen he heard Stitts comment.Hes the head of forestry and we had a horrible wildfire and didnt think they did a very good job, Stitt said during the Wednesday news conference.Its a slap in the face to the entire fire service because we work hand in hand with forestry services, said Dobbs. What did we do that wasnt good enough for the governor?Dobson worked for 10 days alongside Goeller during the 2012 Creek County wildfires. Highly respected in his field since 1980, Goeller testified on Capitol Hill about Oklahomas advanced response to wildfires.Many are pointing out Stitt fired Goeller after returning from Spring Break.He didnt have to face these citizens and have them hug you and cry with them, he said. He didnt have to deal with that.Governor Stitt elaborated Friday on the reason behind the termination, stating:Oklahoma just faced the worst wildfire in our states history. Over 515 families lost their homes. When lives are on the line, every resource must be deployed without hesitation. It became clear that didnt happen. At the forestry directors direction, firefighting resources were delayed, unused, or even called back during critical moments. Thats unacceptable. For this reason, he has been relieved of duty. We are committed to rebuilding stronger and that starts with rebuilding trust in the agencies that are meant to protect us. Other than this statement, 2 News is unaware of unused or delayed resources, but have reached out to Oklahoma Forestry Services.Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummonds full statement: It should be inconceivable to think that the courage, skill and herculean work of firefighters across the state would be rewarded with the sudden and inexplicable ouster of Director Goeller, Drummond said. Honestly, the Governors action is baffling. While the wildfires that swept through our state this month exacted a heavy toll, the death and devastation would have been far, far worse without the strong coordinated effort of firefighters and Oklahoma Forestry Services. Director Goeller is a seasoned professional who is highly regarded in his field. He and all those who battled the fires have earned the gratitude and respect of Oklahomans. It is outrageous that the Governors response to their bravery would be to push out the director mere weeks after that deadly firestorm.Stay in touch with us anytime, anywhere -- Download our free app for Apple, Android and Kindle devices. Sign up for daily newsletters emailed to you Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram SUBSCRIBE on YouTube ...read more read less