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Wealthy Los Angeles residents, including billionaire developerRick Caruso, are facing backlash for hiring$2,000-an-hourprivate firefighters.

Some of the wealthiest have reportedly hired $2,000-an-hour private firefighters to save their million-dollar homes and businesses.

Need to act fast here.

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All neighbors houses burning.

Will pay any amount.

An X user wrote: Incredible nerve.

Intense wildfire flames engulf trees and bushes, highlighting the need for private firefighters to protect homes.

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Theyve set up sprinklers to cascade water from the second-story eaves.

They will guard all night, Matthias added.

Demand has never been higher.

Private firefighters in yellow gear protect residential homes from wildfires, reflecting on a poolside path.

Private firefighters guard this Hollywood Hills house from#SunsetFire.

Theyve set up sprinklers to cascade water from the second story eaves.

I have the money, so why not?

Wildfire flames encroach near trees, highlighting the need for private firefighters to protect homes.

The Palisades Fire is a large wildfire currently raging in the Pacific Palisades area ofLos Angeles, California.

Theyve set up sprinklers to cascade water from the second-story eaves.

I havent seen since I was born.

Man in a white shirt smiling outdoors, representing private firefighter services for wildfire protection.

These are fuels that havent burned since the 50s.

Check out the results:

Tweet seeking private firefighters to protect homes from wildfires in Pacific Palisades. Urgent request for help.

Private firefighters observe wildfire approaching a hillside, smoke and flames visible.

A firefighting plane drops fire retardant over hills near homes, combating wildfires and aiding private firefighters' efforts.

Man in a suit sitting in an armchair, discussing private firefighters protecting homes from wildfires.

Text comment stating “Survival of the richest,” related to hiring private firefighters for wildfire protection.

Quote discussing private firefighters using public resources during wildfires.

Comment discussing hiring private firefighters to protect homes from wildfires.

Comment on private firefighters, wealthy hire help, others feel abandoned.

Comment criticizing private firefighters for wildfire protection inequity.

Text message from John Roach discussing hiring private firefighters to protect homes from wildfires.

User comment questioning hiring private firefighters to protect homes from wildfires.

Text discussing private firefighters protecting homes from wildfires, expressing concerns about privileges.

Commenter expressing disdain towards the elite regarding private firefighters.

Paola Skiver comments on municipal resources used by private firefighters.

Comment criticizing privatization of services, mentioning America, related to hiring private firefighters for wildfire protection.

Comment by D.C. Upton praising private firefighters for creating a firebreak to prevent wildfire spread.

Text exchange discussing LA’s response to wildfires, highlighting private firefighters and economic disparities.

Comment discussing hiring private firefighters to protect homes during wildfires, questioning water sources if hydrants are dry.

Text message about hiring private firefighters to protect homes from wildfires.

Screenshot of a comment discussing the role of private firefighters in crisis situations, emphasizing morality over cost.

Text message stating, “They’re just protecting their home and investment. Can’t say I blame them,” about private firefighters.

Comment by Jaime K Trujillo expressing disappointment about private firefighters for hire protecting homes from wildfires.

Janet Barboza’s comment on hiring private firefighters for wildfire protection.

Comment by Tim Bratcher asking about water sources for private firefighters in wildfire areas.

Screenshot of a comment by George Weigand discussing private firefighters and supporting blue collar people.

“Comment mentioning problems with wind and fire, questioning hiring private firefighters for wildfire protection.

Text from a social media post stating, “Safety for the rich, nothing for the rest of us,” regarding private firefighters and wildfires.

Text message about hiring private firefighters to protect homes from wildfires.

Comment on hiring private firefighters to protect homes from wildfires, emphasizing cooperation with public services.

Text message saying, “What’s the problem? That’s like calling a plumber,” related to hiring private firefighters.