Friday, 12:36 p.m. PST Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced another eight people were charged for crimes linked to the wildfires in Los Angeles, bringing the total to 17 as the accused face charges such as looting, arson and impersonation of a firefighter.

Eaton Fire initially started 6:18 p.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. Since its discovery two weeks ago, it has burned 14,021 acres. A fire crew of 2,104 has been working on site and, as of Tuesday evening, they managed to contain 89% of the fire. However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.

At least 28 people are believed to be dead and more than a dozen others remain unaccounted for as multiple wildfires rage across Southern California.