More evacuations lifted in Palisades Fire burn area amid uptick in containment [Video]

PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. (CNS) — Containment of the deadly Palisades Fire rose to 43% Saturday, up overnight from 39%, with firefighters catching a break from the weather thanks to low clouds and good humidity levels.

Winds are expected to remain calm through the weekend, but another Santa Ana wind event is expected to move in Monday and Tuesday, creating a high risk for critical fire weather conditions and rapid fire spread of any new fires. Isolated gusts could reach 50 to 60 mph, according to the National Weather Service.

Crews reported minimal fire behavior overnight, and no further fire growth occurred. Officials cited “an increased need for specialized supplies related to all-hazards response for responders and re-populating civilians, including masks, respirators, gloves, eye protection and decontamination,” according to Cal Fire.

The fire has scorched 23,713 acres and killed at least 10 people since erupting Jan. 7. Authorities said they anticipate the number of fatalities to rise as crews continue sifting through …