After decimating neighborhoods in Altadena, the Eaton Fire has now become one of the deadliest in California history.​

Firefighters battling devastating wildfires in Southern California hope a reprieve from powerful winds this weekend can help them contain the disaster that has scorched more than 35,000 acres and killed at least 11 people.

The Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office Saturday evening said the confirmed death toll from the area’s wildfires has risen to 16, up from the previous confirmed 11. Five of the new total were from the Palisades Fire and 11 from the Eaton Fire,

At least 11 people have died in the blaze, east of downtown Los Angeles. Officials expect the number to rise as the police make their way through devastated neighborhoods.

The Eaton Fire burning in the community of Altadena. Firefighters were unable to retrieve water from the hydrants that ran dry. Homes and businesses burned to the ground. Altadena, CA, on January 8, 2025.