After Oprah Winfrey was accused on social media of refusing to open her private road on the island of Maui amid tsunami warnings to allow people access to higher ground, her team hit back.

Her spokesperson said the road on Winfrey’s property is owned by Haleakalā Ranch. Winfrey has an easement agreement with the ranch.

Numerous social media posts claimed the media mogul "refused" to open her private road as cars attempted to reach higher ground.