Branch that Killed Boy, 8, at Calabasas Park Fell From Tree with Known Decay

Branch that killed boy, 8, at Calabasas park fell from tree with known decay

Newly obtained text messages reveal an employee with a tree care company warned of decay on an oak tree at King Gillette Ranch Park in Calabasas a day before a branch fell during a summer camp and killed an 8-year-old boy, The Orange County Register reported.  "It is somewhat concerning seeing all the decay at the trunk. It would be wise to thin the canopy and alleviate end weight at a minimum to mitigate risk,” an employee identified only as Gi…

Officials aware of tree decay prior to branch collapse that killed boy in Calabasas, records show

Text messages show a tree care worker recommended taking steps to reduce risk just one day before the fatal accident.