Meg DeAngelis, a Canadian celebrity, has gotten a lot of bad feedback for something she said about the terrible LA Wildfires.
The 29-year-old influencer has millions of fans on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, among other sites. She put a selfie on Instagram Stories and wrote, “When I escaped NYC because it was too cold, but now this one is literally burning down.”
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Her lighthearted comment about fleeing New York’s cold for Los Angeles’ warmth did not sit well with her audience, many of whom labeled her as “tone-deaf” and “privileged.” One user commented, “The privilege is crazy,” while another said, “OMG girl read the room.” Some people said she didn’t understand how serious the situation was. One person said, “Escaped NYC because it was too cold… coming from someone who doesn’t commute to work and doesn’t ever have to leave the house if they don’t want to is crazy.“
Ten people have died in the flames that are still going on, and hundreds of thousands of people have had to leave their homes. Many of DeAngelis’s followers said she shouldn’t have used her fame to bring attention to the fires or give people who were touched by them useful information. Someone expressed their sadness by saying, “My friend’s house literally just burned down! People have died! Not to mention all the pets and wildlife.”
Following the backlash, Meg DeAngelis posted a more somber follow-up message, expressing her condolences and urging her followers to check on their friends.” In all seriousness, this is heartbreaking. I’m thinking about all the wildlife and everyone who is affected. I’m so sorry you have to go through this. Love you and make sure you check on your friends!“
The incident has sparked a broader conversation about the responsibility of influencers during crises. As the fires in Los Angeles continue to spread, many people are asking big-name influencers to be more kind and helpful when they talk about important events.
Latest Updates on LA Wildfires
The wildfires in Los Angeles have done a lot of damage. A new drone film shows how bad the damage is in Pacific Palisades. Homes and grounds that used to look beautiful are now just ashes. Firefighters are working hard to put out the fires, but the situation is still tough.
The fires have also affected celebrities, with homes belonging to Adam Brody, Anna Faris, and others being destroyed. The people in the area are helping those who have been hurt, but it will take them time and money to get back on their feet.
People should stay safe and leave when told to by the government. Lyft and Uber have offered free and cheap rides to shelters and other important resources for people in the damaged areas.
The situation is still changing, and work is still being done to put out the fires. Concerns have also been raised about the effects on local wildlife and natural habitats. Many animals will have to move and plants will be killed.