Los Angeles Wildfire Death Toll Rises to 30 Following New Identification

Human remains discovered in Altadena confirm an additional victim, as recovery and legal battles continue.

The death toll from the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires has increased to 30 after remains were identified in Altadena.
The Eaton Fire near Pasadena and Altadena caused 18 deaths, while the Palisades Fire in Pacific Palisades claimed 12 lives.
Over 16,000 buildings were destroyed, and more than 150 square kilometers of land were burned during the fires.
Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against Southern California Edison, alleging the Eaton Fire was caused by faulty infrastructure and seeking hundreds of millions in damages.
Recovery efforts are ongoing, with communities addressing long-term environmental and economic challenges from the fires.