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Tom’s death is being reported in Los Angeles. Sky News’ Washington correspondent Annalise Anson joins us live. Among the dead in Los Angeles is an Australian.
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Tom’s death is being reported in Los Angeles. Sky News’ Washington correspondent Annalise Anson joins us live. Among the dead in Los Angeles is an Australian.
Sky News’ Washington correspondent Annalise Anson joins us live. Alice, who was Australian, 32, lived here with her mother Shelley Sykes and she revealed on social media and then on 10 News that her son had died in the fire, tells a very heartbreaking story.
When the fire was burning, she tried to pour water on the house and there was no water. She tried to call 911 and the calls didn’t go through.
She had a broken arm of her own and Rory had meningitis.
So she said she went to the local fire department for help and when they came back, he was already gone.
He hasn’t yet been included in the official death toll because they need a mud dog to recover the remains.
He was understandably devastated. They said, we don’t have water and I said, oh my God, my son is stuck in his room and I.
I was devastated, I couldn’t lift him, I couldn’t move him, he said, mom let me go, I can’t, mom can’t leave the baby.
The huge Australian diaspora in Los Angeles has been affected by this fire and it’s still out of control. We’re here in Malibu, which is on the front lines of the Palisades fire.
We can show you some of the destruction of the fire. These houses are up in the ground as we look at how intense this fire is. Some of the indicators of how hot it got are where you can see the metal that’s buckled where you can see the alloy, the metal is completely melted and it’s still smoldering.
You can also see all these electrical power lines that are down. Contractors are trying to clean them up and it’s still affecting the area because a lot of the people whose homes are still alive won’t be able to come back for a while because they won’t have access to water and electricity.
Basic necessities are still there in Los Angeles, there are 180,000 people who are under evacuation orders right now.
There is thick smog. I can tell you that I was in Beijing for a year and the air quality here is just as bad, if not worse, but it is a problem for those who live here and it is not under control yet there was another fire last night where we now have fires burning around the palisades, they are making some progress now but the wind is expected to come and go.
These are expected to come in the next few days and it raises questions about what the government is doing and why better water resources were not prepared.
There are now water trucks around, many of which are paid for by insurance companies. We have seen them protecting their own property, private contractors coming in for government departments.
LAPD, uh sorry, LA Fire Department is still saying they don’t have enough people to put out these fires.
Everyone we have talked to so far, residents are saying that they think the actual firefighters on the ground are absolute heroes.
They want to know why they didn’t have the resources they needed and that will be a question not only for the mayor of Los Angeles but also for the governor of California, who has ordered an investigation.
Why did the fire hydrants run dry due to the wildfires in Los Angeles, Annelise, thanks for the update, really heartbreaking for the Australian family and for that mother too. Thank you very much, we’ll see you again in the next hour. Thank you.
Frequently Asked Questions?
What caused the wildfires in Los Angeles?
The exact cause of the wildfires is still under investigation, with factors such as extreme weather conditions and dry vegetation playing significant roles.
How can I help those affected by the wildfires?
Donations to local relief organizations, volunteering for community support efforts, and spreading awareness are vital ways to assist those impacted.
What safety measures should residents take during wildfires?
Residents are advised to stay informed through official channels, have an evacuation plan, and prepare an emergency kit with essentials.
Conclusion :
The story of Rory Sykes is a poignant reminder of the impact of natural disasters on families and communities. As recovery efforts continue, our thoughts are with all those affected by these devastating fires.
