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Hollywood Celebrities Face Backlash Over Water Waste Amid LA Wildfires

Published 3 weeks ago on Jan 13, 2025

Anger Erupts Over Hollywood Celebrities' Wasteful Water Use Amid California Wildfires, Including Kim Kardashian’s Garden Watering.

Fury over the actions of Hollywood celebrities, including Kim Kardashian, has intensified as accusations mount that the stars have squandered precious water resources while others in Los Angeles fight to protect their homes from catastrophic wildfires. Amid the ongoing inferno that has gripped parts of California, the public has expressed outrage over the 'entitled' behavior of celebrities who ignored strict water-saving measures and continued to water their expansive gardens, draining vital water supplies that could have been used to fight the fires.

Hollywood Celebrities Under Fire for Excessive Water Use

Since 2022, Los Angeles has implemented stringent water-conservation rules in response to the region’s ongoing drought. Ordinary residents have been limited to watering their lawns just twice a week for a maximum of eight minutes per session. These regulations were designed to preserve the city’s water resources for emergency situations, including the ongoing wildfire crisis.

Kim Kardashian, who resides in a lavish $60 million mansion in The Oaks, an exclusive gated community near the heart of one of this week's destructive fires, has been a focal point of the controversy. The reality TV star and business mogul was fined by the city in 2022 for exceeding her water allocation by a staggering 232,000 gallons. Other prominent celebrities, including action star Sylvester Stallone and comedian Kevin Hart, were also penalized for violating water usage limits.

The public backlash against these stars intensified last night as it became clear that their actions had drained water resources that could have been used to combat the wildfires ravaging the region. A neighbor of Kardashian, speaking exclusively to The Mail on Sunday, expressed their frustration: "These celebrities have a sense of entitlement. Everyone was told to cut back on water precisely for this situation, to preserve it to fight fires. They carried on watering because they could afford the fines."

While Kardashian has reportedly since installed water-saving measures at her estate, the damage had already been done. Critics argue that the sheer scale of water consumption by wealthy individuals is a stark reminder of the privilege that many in Hollywood enjoy while the average resident faces strict limitations.

The Growing Trend of Hiring Private Firefighters

The anger surrounding celebrity water usage has been further compounded by reports that some wealthy individuals in the area are hiring private firefighters to protect their properties from the ongoing blazes. At a rate of $2,000 per hour, these private fire crews have become a lifeline for the Hollywood elite, who can afford to pay for such services while others struggle to evacuate or defend their homes.

Chris Dunn, owner of Covered 6, a company providing private firefighting services to the rich and famous, told The Mail on Sunday: "My phone has been ringing off the hook. Demand has never been higher." Dunn’s company has seen a surge in requests for protection as wildfires threaten some of Los Angeles’ wealthiest neighborhoods, including Mandeville Canyon, Brentwood, and Palisades, where many celebrities, such as LeBron James, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Kamala Harris, own homes.

One anonymous source close to a wealthy individual stated, "This week’s events have shown you can’t trust the city to protect your property. I have the money, so why not?" This sentiment highlights the growing divide between the wealthy and the rest of the population, as the elite are able to afford private protection while many others are left vulnerable to the ravages of the fire.

Mass Evacuations as Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles

As the Palisades Fire continues to rage, thousands of residents in the City of Angels have been forced to evacuate their homes. The fire, which has already claimed at least 16 lives and destroyed more than 37,000 acres of land, is showing no signs of slowing down. Over 12,000 structures have been destroyed, and at least 153,000 residents are under mandatory evacuation orders. Tragically, 13 people remain missing, and officials continue to search for survivors.

Footage from earlier today shows at least one home ablaze in Mandeville Canyon, with massive clouds of smoke billowing near Sepulveda Pass at Highway 405. The chaos on the ground has been compounded by traffic gridlock, as many residents attempt to flee the area. One woman, stuck in traffic for two hours while trying to dropp off donated goods for firefighters, shared her distress: "There was a visibility when I first got here, a little bit of blue sky, and it has unfolded to absolutely ugliness."

As helicopters circle above, making massive water drops to help contain the fire, the toll of the inferno continues to grow. The blaze has now scorched 22,660 acres and is rapidly spreading, with authorities working tirelessly to protect homes and lives.

The Toll on Los Angeles’ Upscale Neighborhoods

The fires have also severely impacted some of the most upscale neighborhoods in Los Angeles. As the Palisades Fire threatens celebrity homes in Brentwood, Encino, and other affluent areas, stars like LeBron James have voiced their concerns. James, who purchased a $23 million mansion in Brentwood in 2017, tweeted, "I pray this nightmare ends soon! So many prayers," reflecting the anxiety of many residents whose homes are at risk.

Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Brentwood mansion is also under threat. As authorities declare a local health emergency due to poor air quality caused by the fires, the toll on both human life and property continues to mount.

LA County Public Health has issued a public health order, warning that the fires have "severely degraded air quality," posing both "immediate and long-term risks to public health." With the flames threatening not only homes but the environment as well, the scale of the disaster has reached catastrophic levels.

The Battle Against the Flames Continues

Despite the challenges, efforts to contain the fire continue. Firefighters, aided by aerial support, are making heroic efforts to protect lives and property. Planes have been seen dropping fire retardant over Mandeville Canyon, aiming to create a defensive barrier around homes. Meanwhile, federal agents remain vigilant in their search for potential fire starters, as authorities work to prevent further destruction.

As the fires rage on and more homes are lost, the tension between the privileged few and the general public continues to rise. The actions of celebrities like Kim Kardashian, who were caught wasting precious water resources during a time of crisis, have left many questioning the values of Hollywood’s elite. In the face of such devastating natural disasters, the divide between the haves and have-nots has never been more apparent.

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