LA’s Rich & Famous Face Backlash for Hiring $2,000-an-Hour Firefighters
Celebrities in LA are under fire for hiring expensive private firefighters amid wildfires
Los Angeles, California, Wildfires, Private Firefighters, Celebrities, Rick Caruso, Keith Wasserman
Los Angeles: The wildfires are causing chaos, and some wealthy folks are hiring private firefighters at $2,000 an hour to protect their homes. It’s a pretty wild situation.
As the flames rage on, many are upset with celebs for what they see as a tone-deaf move. While thousands are evacuating, these rich folks are trying to save their investments.
Keith Wasserman, a real estate mogul, caught heat online after asking for private firefighters to protect his property in Pacific Palisades. His post was met with a lot of criticism.
People were quick to call him out, saying it was insensitive to prioritize his mansion over the safety of others. One commenter even said it was “incredibly tone deaf.”
Rick Caruso, another billionaire, also faced backlash for hiring private crews to protect his properties. He confirmed that he had firefighters on the scene but mentioned that water was running low.
This raised eyebrows, with many wondering why resources were being diverted to save luxury properties instead of helping those in need. Some even called for an investigation.
Interestingly, private firefighting isn’t new. Kim Kardashian has previously admitted that her home was saved by private crews. It seems like a trend among the wealthy.
As the fires continue to wreak havoc, with 16 lives lost and 153,000 residents under evacuation orders, the situation is dire. The Palisades fire alone has burned over 22,000 acres.
Firefighters are struggling to keep up, and with winds expected to reach 80 mph, things could get even worse. It’s a tough time for everyone in LA.