USA Wildfire: The fire spreading in the forests of California, America is causing devastation. The fire spread at many places has devastated posh areas. Meanwhile, some people are ready to pay any price to save their homes, about which a separate debate is going on. These people are turning to private fire services to save their homes.
According to a report by news portal CNN, the controversy gained momentum when Los Angeles real estate executive Keith Wasserman posted on social media that he would pay any price to private firefighters to protect his Pacific Palisades home. Are. However this post has now been removed.
Debate broke out on social media also
Users have expressed strong reaction to this post. Critics argued that wealthy people should not have the benefit of protecting their assets. A TikTok user commented, “The one whose house is saved should not depend on money.” The demand for fire department has increased tremendously and people who are rich are using private fire departments.
Companies like Allied Disaster Defense spray anti-fire gel on properties to prevent fires. Tim Bauer, senior vice president of Allied, said the ongoing fire in Pacific Palisades has increased demand. More than 200 people are on the waiting list for the service.
Increase in prices of fire extinguishing services
The typical cost for a firefighting service is usually around $1,000, but during the current wildfire crisis, prices have risen to $5,000. One homeowner reportedly offered one million dollars to top Bauer’s list.
Also read: America is suffering the biggest loss in history due to the terrible fire burning in California.