Decreased winds have helped slow progression of the fire, as officials prepare for the return of strong winds early next week.

The Eaton Fire, which has scorched more than 13,000 acres and resulted in fatalities, remains at 0% containment as of Thursday afternoon, according to CalFire. The devastating blaze has damaged or

Hundreds of families evacuated by the Eaton Fire in Pasadena are being told their drinking water may be so toxic that even boiling cannot make it safe.

Hundreds of evacuees from the devastating Eaton fire gathered in hallways of the Pasadena Convention Center on Wednesday, Jan. 8, amid gray, smoky skies, while ash rained down outside of the glass doors.

Officials in Pasadena are warning residents in the area of the Eaton Fire not to use their tap water. A do-not-drink order remains in effect for the evacuation zones.