
A new death in connection with January’s wildfires has been confirmed, raising the death toll to 30, the County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner’s office said Wednesday. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The latest death was in connection to the Eaton Fire after remains were found on the 900 block of Boston Street in Altadena, the Medical Examiner’s office said. That individual was referred to as “unidentified doe No. 203.
Main Idea: The Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County is now tied to 18 deaths, as officials confirmed one more fatality found in Altadena.
Key Points:
The Eaton Fire’s death toll rising shows continued loss for households, workers, and local communities, and recovery costs may stay high for taxpayers and insurers.
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