Khloé Kardashian is expressing her anger over the handling of the wildfires in California by local officials. Many residents have been forced to evacuate, leaving families displaced during this difficult time.
On Friday, Khloé took to social media to share her thoughts, posting a clip from an interview with Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley. In the interview, Crowley stated that Mayor Karen Bass had failed to properly prepare the city for such a disaster.
Having evacuated her Hidden Hills home, Khloé shared her support for Chief Crowley on her Instagram stories, emphasizing that the chief was speaking the truth, even as she appeared emotional. Khloé criticized Mayor Bass, stating, “You are a joke!”
The criticism stems from the severe budget cuts that were implemented months prior to the fires, which Crowley noted had seriously hampered the fire department’s preparedness and response capabilities.
Following Crowley’s remarks, it was reported that she was called into a meeting with Mayor Bass, who was reportedly upset about the comments made during the interview. A spokesperson for the mayor asserted that the fire and police departments are working together to handle the dangerous situation, stating that resources are being utilized from all levels of government to assist in recovery efforts.
The wildfires that broke out earlier in the week have drawn outrage from many, including Gov. Gavin Newsom, and have prompted celebrities to voice their concerns regarding the government’s lack of readiness. Patricia Heaton highlighted that there had been multiple opportunities over the years to reduce the damage caused by such fires, stating, “The ball was dropped over and over again.”
Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar also criticized the mayor, pointing to traffic chaos during the evacuation process. Local real estate mogul Mauricio Umansky expressed disappointment in the lack of preparedness from the California government, citing high taxes without adequate firefighting resources and maintenance.
Others, like Justine Bateman, echoed calls for accountability, suggesting that city officials who fail in their basic responsibilities should resign for the good of the community. The criticism reflects a growing frustration among residents and public figures over the state’s disaster readiness and response.
