Oprah responds to claims about keeping private
Tsunami Strikes Pacific After Major Quake
A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami waves that hit Hawaii, California, and Japan. “More than two million people across 21 prefectures” in Japan faced evacuation advisories. No casualties have been reported so far.
Oprah Criticized Amid Hawaii Evacuation
As Hawaiians fled to higher ground, social media erupted over claims that Oprah Winfrey had not opened her private road on Maui to aid evacuees. One viral video said, “We’re stuck and a tsunami is coming.”
Viral Backlash
Online users accused Oprah of delaying access to a “potentially life-saving route.” Posts read, “Why hasn’t Oprah opened her road?” and “Open the road Oprah!”
Road Opened, Spokesperson Responds
The road was eventually opened, confirmed by Maui police and a spokesperson: “Any reports otherwise are false… The road will remain open as long as necessary.” Police also confirmed Oprah’s road was accessible in their official update.
