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California Residents Seek Expensive Private Firefighting Services Amid Wildfires

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California Residents Seek Expensive Private Firefighting Services Amid Wildfires

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  • Amid escalating wildfire threats, a Los Angeles executive's social media plea for private firefighters sparked public backlash against perceived inequity in emergency response.
  • Residents are spending thousands of dollars on fire retardants and personal hydrants to protect multimillion-dollar properties from destruction.
  • Insurance companies, like Chubb, are employing private firefighters to minimize payouts by saving high-value homes, not just for wealthy clients.
  • Costs for protective services surge during emergencies, with some businesses charging up to $5,000 for fire retardant applications.
  • Despite investments in fire safety, there are no guarantees against the damage from intense blazes, highlighting the ongoing challenges in high-fire risk areas.

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