Thousands under evacuation orders in southern California as wildfire threatens homes
A wildfire in southern California has led to evacuation orders for over 17,000 residents as it threatens homes in the Simi Valley area. The Sandy fire, which has consumed more than 2 square miles of land, is currently 5% contained with firefighting efforts ongoing. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire while monitoring conditions to prevent further spread.
- ▪More than 17,000 people are under evacuation orders due to the Sandy fire in southern California.
- ▪The fire has destroyed at least one home and consumed over 2 square miles of dry brush.
- ▪Approximately 750 firefighters are working to control the blaze, which is currently 5% contained.
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Fire crews conduct a firing operation to control the Sandy fire on 18 May 2026, in Simi Valley, California. Photograph: Ethan Swope/APView image in fullscreenFire crews conduct a firing operation to control the Sandy fire on 18 May 2026, in Simi Valley, California. Photograph: Ethan Swope/APCaliforniaThousands under evacuation orders in southern California as wildfire threatens homesHundreds of firefighters continue to battle the wind-driven fire in the Simi Valley area as at least one home is destroyedRoque Planas and agenciesTue 19 May 2026 16.19 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleMore than 17,000 people were under evacuation orders in southern California on Tuesday as a wildfire threatened suburban homes.The wind-driven Sandy fire was reported Monday in the hills above Simi Valley,…
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