A tree in Altadena after the fire (Photo – Felita Kealing)
As of Saturday, January 25, 2025, authorities confirmed that 17 people tragically have lost their lives in the devastating Eaton Fire.
By News Desk
The L.A. County Medical Examiner released an updated report on Friday, revealing the names of 11 of the victims, with six individuals still unidentified.
Those confirmed dead include:
- Oswald Altmetz, 75
- Carolyn Burns, 56
- Edwin Cridland, 94
- Erliene Kelley, 83
- Barbara Lewis, 84
- Evelyn McClendon, 59
- Anthony Mitchell, 68
- Rodney Nickerson, 82
- Victor Shaw, 66
- Lora Swayne, 71
- Zhi Feng Zhao, 84
The fire led to widespread evacuations and damaged homes; residents were left scrambling for safety. The scale of the damage and loss of life is expected to weigh heavily on the region for years to come.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the remaining victims, and the search for missing persons continues.
As the investigation into the cause of the fire proceeds, the focus remains on offering support and assistance to those affected by this catastrophic event.
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