Simi Valley Brush Fire Burns Structures & Triggers Evacuations
A brush fire in Simi Valley, California, known as the 'Sandy Fire,' has prompted evacuation orders and burned structures. The fire has spread to over 180 acres and is currently 0% contained. Firefighters are actively working to control the blaze, supported by aerial resources and ground crews.
- ▪The Sandy Fire broke out around 10:50 a.m. local time and has prompted evacuation orders in Simi Valley.
- ▪Evacuation warnings have also been extended to the Thousand Oaks area.
- ▪Over 200 firefighters are on the scene, supported by three air tankers and six helicopters.
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Simi Valley brush fire coverage KTLA A brush fire in Simi Valley, California, known as the “Sandy Fire,” has burned structures and prompted evacuation orders for residents in the area. The fire, which broke out around 10:50 a.m. (local time), has spread to over 180 acres and, as of the latest KTLA reporting, is 0% contained. Evacuation orders have been issued for parts of Simi Valley, and evacuation warnings have been extended to the Thousand Oaks area. The latest evacuation orders can be seen here. Ventura County has set up a temporary evacuation point at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park (5005 Los Angeles Avenue).
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