One of the victims of the recent Eaton Fire has been identified as Victor Shaw, a 66-year-old man who tragically lost his life in the blaze. According to a family member, Shaw chose not to evacuate and instead attempted to fight the fire.
The County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner has reported a total of 10 fire-related deaths in connection to the Eaton Fire. As of Thursday, all cases are still pending identification and notification of legal next of kin.
This devastating incident serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by wildfires and the importance of heeding evacuation orders issued by authorities. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this tragedy.