As firefighters worked to quell flames, many celebrities expressed gratitude for first responders – but some expressed anger at state leadership.

Actor Zachary Levi has criticized leadership in California for what he describes as "criminally negligent" management contributing to the state's severe wildfire issues. In a recent interview with Fox News, Levi expressed frustration over the persistent devastation caused by wildfires, attributing the problem to poor leadership and mismanagement.