Wealthy mom stays in ‘storm-proof’ mansion but loses power during Hurricane Milton despite refusing evacuation warnings.
Wealthy mom who insisted on staying in her ‘storm-proof’ mansion faces power outage during Hurricane Milton despite refusing evacuation warnings.
A wealthy Florida mom, known as Kricketfelt on TikTok, chose to remain in her “storm-proof” mansion despite warnings about Hurricane Milton.
Her decision sparked a mix of criticism and intrigue, with many following her updates as the storm hit.
Wealthy mom refused to evacuate
Kricketfelt shared multiple videos explaining why she chose not to evacuate.
She believed her home, built by her husband, would withstand the Category 3 hurricane. Describing it as a “commercial-grade” structure, she assured her followers that it was solid concrete and built to handle severe weather.
Despite her confidence, the storm caused damage to her property. She experienced power outages, leaks, and damaged landscaping as winds reached over 100 mph across Florida.
She documents the Storm: leaks and power failures
@kricketfelt Powers out!!! #hurricanemilton
Throughout the night, Kricketfelt continued to update her followers.
When the power went out, her generator activated, and she commented on the blackout, saying, “The whole street, it’s not just us. All the power’s out, well we have a generator, so there’s that.” Her clip showed a darkened neighborhood, with her home lit by the backup power.
In another video, she revealed a leak from her patio ceiling, showing a bucket quickly filling with rainwater.
“You can still see my driveway, you can still see the road, which is a good thing,” she said as the winds howled and palm trees swayed in her yard.
Braving the weather: attempting to save the landscaping
As the storm intensified, Kricketfelt’s husband ventured into the yard to save their plants.
She filmed him picking up uprooted plants and removing fallen tree branches, while strong winds continued to batter their property.
Mixed reactions on social media
Kricketfelt’s decision to stay in her home drew a range of reactions.
Some viewers criticized her choice, with one person sarcastically commenting, “I’m just following to see how this extraordinary concrete house will hold up.”
Others mocked her confidence in the home’s durability, with comments like, “Oh naur! The commercial-grade roof is leaking.”
Despite the criticism, some viewers expressed admiration, noting that at least she had a generator to keep things running. A few even asked for a tour of the mansion, curious about its features and design.
Previosuly, mum refused to leave despite warnings
Before the storm, Kricketfelt posted videos showing her preparations, explaining why she refused to evacuate.
“That’s why I’m not leaving. My husband built this house, my husband built this house commercial,” she declared.
She showed her concrete home, a large stone driveway, and the pick-up trucks filled with construction workers helping to prepare the property.
She expressed frustration with people questioning her decision to stay, saying, “I don’t give a f*** what people [say] – ‘Oh, you’re so rich, oh you’re so rich, oh my God,’ whatever f*** you, my husband’s a builder.”
Viewers were quick to comment on her aggressive tone. Some criticized her for what they perceived as arrogance.
Comments like “Humble pie coming right up ma’am,” flooded her feed, with others questioning why she seemed so confrontational. “But who is she fighting with? I’m confused why is she so mad,” one person asked, capturing the sentiment of many.
Kricketfelt’s decision to stay put during Hurricane Milton captivated and polarized social media.
While some admired her confidence in the home’s construction, others criticized her risky choice and perceived arrogance.
The storm left millions without power and caused severe damage across the state, proving that even “storm-proof” preparations can be vulnerable.
Her story serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of hurricanes and the importance of prioritizing safety over confidence.