Amidst the disaster news, there was growing alarm as reports emerged that Meghan and Harry were renting out the Olive Garden to tourists, seemingly without any warning about the ongoing hurricane conditions.
This revelation came to light when individuals were searching for a place to have a photoshoot on a website called "Rent Space." Among the listed open locations was Meghan and Harry's Montecito mansion's address, which left many fans deeply disappointed about what appeared to be an insensitive way of making money off the couple's property.
Neighbors claim that Meghan and Harry are no longer residing in the mansion, and despite the hurricane, they decided to keep the Olive Garden open for rent, allowing them to profit from travelers. It's worth noting that the Olive Garden is situated in an area prone to mudslides, as evidenced by a major incident in 2018 that resulted in fatalities, injuries, and extensive property damage.
There are concerns that the couple might not have insurance to cover potential mudslide damage, either because insurance companies don't offer coverage for such a high-risk area or because the premiums would be exorbitant.
The safety of their children is a particularly worrisome aspect of this situation. While the storm is expected to bring high winds of up to 50 miles per hour, the primary concern is heavy rain and flooding. Forecasters have issued warnings, urging people in Los Angeles, San Diego, and other areas to take the storm seriously and be prepared for flooding and power outages.
This storm is considered unusual because it has a vast footprint, reaching from the desert to the ocean. While it is expected to weaken as it moves northward over colder water, it could still make landfall in the San Diego area as a tropical storm, an event that is exceedingly rare. In fact, in the entire 20th century, only one tropical storm crossed Southern California, and that was in September 1939.
In light of the potential risks and impacts of this storm, authorities are taking proactive measures, including activating the National Guard to assist in affected areas. Ventura County is expected to receive two to four inches of rain, which could lead to dangerous flooding, including street and underpass flooding. Santa Barbara County and the Montecito area are also at risk of flooding, underscoring the seriousness of the situation.
