Oprah Winfrey's Flood Protection Measures Under Fire from Montecito Residents

Oprah Winfrey has become a topic of discussion among her Montecito neighbors due to a boulder wall built along the San Ysidro Creek to protect her property from flooding and erosion. Concerns have been raised about the potential for water redirection during heavy storms and the wall's ability to withstand severe weather conditions. Property managers and authorities are collaborating to ensure the wall complies with regulations and determine next steps. The area has experienced weather-related catastrophes in the past, including a 2018 mudslide that caused significant damage and loss of life.