Residents of Altadena express outrage over the absence of firefighters during the recent devastating wildfires, feeling abandoned while their homes burned.
Criticism extends to authorities as even wealthy residents in Pacific Palisades voice their frustration about inadequate firefighting resources.
The wildfires have resulted in at least 11 fatalities and destroyed around 10,000 buildings, forcing over 100,000 residents to evacuate.
Mayor Karen Bass faces backlash for being out of the country in Ghana during the crisis, with calls for investigations into the city's preparedness.
The discourse has become politically charged, with figures like Donald Trump using the situation to criticize California's governance.