California Residents Seek Expensive Private Firefighting Services Amid Wildfires

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1 year ago

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Credited from: CNN

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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