Evacuations ordered as fast-moving brush fire threatens Simi Valley homes
A fast-moving brush fire in Simi Valley has led to evacuation orders for several neighborhoods. The Sandy Fire, which began around 11 a.m., has rapidly spread to nearly 200 acres, threatening homes in the area. Over 200 firefighters are currently battling the blaze as authorities continue to monitor the situation.
- ▪The Sandy Fire broke out just before 11 a.m. on Monday around Sandy Avenue.
- ▪The fire has spread to nearly 200 acres and is threatening hundreds of homes.
- ▪Evacuation orders have been issued for Simi Valley zones 32, 33, 34, and 35.
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Metro breaking Evacuations ordered as fast-moving brush fire threatens Simi Valley homes By Brad Appleton Published May 18, 2026, 2:52 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A fire ripping through Simi Valley has spurred evacuations as hundreds of homes are now under threat of being burned to the ground. The wind-driven Sandy Fire broke out just before 11 a.m. Monday around the 600 block of Sandy Avenue. Approximately 30 minutes later, the fire had spread to nearly 200 acres. More than 200 firefighters from Ventura County, LA County and CAL FIRE raced to the scene — dropping water. 3 Map showing areas of Simi Valley under evacuation order or warning due to the Sandy Fire.
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