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

According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, five people have died in the blaze that has moved through Pasadena, Altadena, and the Angeles National Forest.

At least six deaths have been attributed to the Eaton Fire burning in the Pasadena area of Los Angeles County, according to the County Medical Examiner. The fire, which has burned 13,956 acres, is about 3% contained,

The Eaton Fire, which has scorched more than 10,000 acres and killed five, remains at 0% containment as of Thursday morning, according to Cal Fire. The devastating blaze has destroyed 972 structures as of the latest update at 4:30 a.

Fire officials said Friday that the 13,956-acre Eaton Fire has reached 3% containment as growth of the wildfire had been significantly stopped on Thursday. The blaze did make a push Thursday afternoon north,