Kim Kardashian and other Hollywood stars are under fire for wasting water as Los Angeles burns
AIn Los Angeles, which is battling devastating wildfires, anger is reportedly growing against Hollywood celebrities accused of wasting precious water resources while ordinary residents struggle to survive. Celebrities like Kim Kardashian, who live in luxury homes worth millions of dollars, have come under fire for their excessive water use, despite strict conservation measures in place since 2022.
Water-saving measures have been imposed across Los Angeles, with “ordinary” residents allowed to water their gardens only twice a week for eight minutes. However, Kim Kardashian, who resides in a $60 million mansion in The Oaks, was fined for using a staggering 232,000 gallons of water more than her allotted amount.
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Kardashian isn’t the only one facing backlash. Action stars such as Sylvester Stallone and comedian Kevin Hart have also received fines for exceeding water limits, adding to the anger.
Water saving measures and celebrity reactions
As the public struggles with water restrictions, the Daily Mail reports that Kardashian has since installed water-saving measures in her home. However, anger remains as it has been revealed that more celebrities are living in luxury while ordinary residents are facing difficulties.
The controversy deepened when it was revealed that wealthy individuals hire private firefighters for US$2,000 per hour to protect their mansions from creeping flames. As ordinary families in Mandeville Canyon and Brentwood scramble to escape the Palisades fire, many are unable to afford these services, highlighting the stark gap between the wealthy and the rest of the city.
Evacuations and gridlock amid wildfires
As the Palisades fire continues to spread through celebrity-owned properties, residents in upscale areas like Mandeville Canyon and Brentwood are fleeing for their lives. Meanwhile, on Sunset Boulevard, residents trying to escape the fire reported being stuck in massive traffic jams, with evacuation routes closed as thousands of Angelenos tried to escape the growing inferno.
As the fire approached, the division between the city’s elite and its working-class residents became more apparent than ever. While wealthy celebrities can afford to protect their homes and sewage at will, many others are left to face the devastation with minimal assistance. This stark contradiction has led to growing resentment and anger among those who feel that the rich are insulated from the real consequences of the disaster.
