Musk was fact-checked by an L.A. firefighter in his own livestream after repeating a popular lie about “water shortages.”

California's wildfire crisis has led to a public conflict between Elon Musk and Governor Gavin Newsom. Musk criticized water shortages and governance, while Newsom and firefighters disputed his claims.

Wildfires have long been a challenge for California, where natural conditions and human activities combine to create severe fire seasons. These events often bring discussions about climate, resource management,