The Eaton fire and other recent Southern California wildfires resulted in the deaths of 29 people and the loss of thousands of structures

The recent storm brought some much needed moisture to Southern California without the dangerous mudslides some feared. But did it help reduce the fire danger?

PMDeath toll in Los Angeles fires rises to 29The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office reported an additional fire-related death on Monday, bringing the total number of fatalities to 29.The additionally fatality was attributed to the Palisades Fire,

President Donald Trump speaks at the 2025 House Republican Members Conference Dinner at Trump National Doral Miami in Doral, Fla., Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. On the same day, he posted on social media that military troops had "turned on" Pacific Northwest water to help California. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) AP

The Los Angeles area is preparing for its first rain since wildfires first broke out weeks ago. But too much rain at once could bring its own set of significant issues.

Rain is easing after Southern California’s first significant storm of the season brought weekend downpours that aided firefighters but caused ash, mud and debris to flow across streets in wildfire-burned areas.

Rain brought much needed aid to the Los Angeles firefight, moving the fires surrounding the city closer to containment.

California water regulators have said there's no truth to President Donald Trump's claim that the U_S_ military entered the state and "turned on the water."

Mark Walter Family Foundation and Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation have provided an initial commitment of $100 million.

Weekend rains could bring some relief to Southern California. Here's the forecast and an assessment of how much it will help reduce fire risk.

As firefighters continue to fight various wildfires in southern California, here's what to know on their progress.