Oprah Winfrey is facing online backlash following a tsunami warning in Hawaii, where residents are accusing her of not opening a private road in Maui. Following an 8.7-magnitude earthquake near Russia, tsunami warnings were issued across the Pacific. This prompted thousands of Maui residents to evacuate the area, causing traffic jams.
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Oprah Winfrey faces backlash after Hawaii Tsunami alert
Oprah Winfrey is facing widespread criticism on social media after reports emerged that she has allegedly not opened her private road connecting Wailea to Kula, Hawaii, as residents attempt to evacuate during a tsunami alert.
The backlash follows an 8.7-magnitude earthquake near Russia, which triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific, including in Hawaii. As thousands of people rushed to flee low-lying areas and move to higher ground, videos began circulating online showing massive traffic congestion throughout parts of Hawaii, particularly on Maui.
Amid the escalating evacuation crisis, several social media users accused Winfrey of refusing to allow public access to her private road. They argued that doing so could have helped ease traffic and expedite evacuations. As images and footage of jammed highways continue to spread online, the criticism against Winfrey has intensified.
One user wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “If people die while you’re guarding your private road like it’s treasure, that blood is on your hands. Lives matter more than luxury. Open the damn road, Oprah. This is survival, not a red carpet event.”
Another commented, “Families are TRAPPED while Oprah sits behind her PRIVATE GATE doing nothing. One open road could save lives…but when it’s time to act, elites always CHOOSE THEMSELVES over the people.” Many critics insist that the private route could have significantly improved conditions during the ongoing crisis.
As of now, Winfrey has not issued any public comment regarding the situation.
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