Clayton Colbert, a 45-year Malibu resident, recalls the moment his situation became dire, stating, "I've been doing this for 48 hours or more... There wasn't a fire truck or firefighter or anybody actually." This stark admission underlines the gravity of the firefighting situation, emphasizing the delays in manpower and resources during a critical moment.
L.A. Fire Chief Kristin Crowley acknowledged the effects of recent budget cuts on preparedness, saying, "We did exactly what we could with what we had. If I had a thousand engines to throw at this fire, I honestly don't think... they could have tapped this fire down." Her comments provide insight into the ties between funding, training, and effective emergency response.
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