Crews have reported some progress in the battle against LA’s deadly wildfires, but tens of thousands remain under evacuation orders. Follow for live updates.

Details are starting to emerge of the victims of the Los Angeles fires - and at least two died trying to protect the homes where they raised families for decades. The number of people killed by the wildfires has increased to 16, according to officials. The Eaton fire has killed 11 people and the Palisades fire has killed five.

"Climate change, including increased heat, extended drought, and a thirsty atmosphere, has been a key driver in increasing the risk and extent of wildfires in the western United States," the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says.