A Truckee Meadows firefighter and his wife were identified as the two people killed in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 50 near Kyburz on Sunday afternoon, officials said. 

The California Highway Patrol said a Chevrolet pickup was heading east on Highway 50 when it crashed off the south side of the highway shortly before 3:15 p.m. 

Officers said two adults died at the scene and two children, ages 8 and 11, were life-flighted to a hospital with possible major injuries. 

The CHP said the adults appear to be the children's parents. 

The El Dorado County coroner identified the two killed as 42-year-old Ryan Rizzuto and 41-year-old Danielle Rizzuto, both from Reno. 

The Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue confirmed Ryan was a battalion chief at the department, saying he was a firefighter for 20 years, since the age of 16.  He was promoted to captain in 2013 and battalion chief in 2021. 

The district said Ryan and his wife, Daniella, enjoyed spending time with their daughter and son. 

"Captain Rizzuto, thank you for your service to our community," the district said in a statement. "We are grateful for the fire and medical knowledge, and the technical and lifesaving skills and experience you provide to the residents of Washoe County, Nevada."

CHP officers said it appeared the driver was traveling at unsafe speeds. Driving under the influence is not suspected at this time, but officers will investigate. 

One-way traffic was in effect in the area, but had a minimal impact on the flow of traffic.