The death toll in connection with wildfires burning in Los Angeles County has risen to 16 as of Saturday afternoon, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner.
11 deaths are related to the Eaton Fire, five others to the Palisades Fire.
The department said all cases are currently pending identification and legal next of kin notification.
Once that happens, the information will be posted on its website.
Officials said identification could take several weeks since staff isn’t able to respond to all death locations due to the fire conditions and safety concerns.
LA County medical examiner’s office confirms wildfire death toll rises to 16
