Sandy Fire Burns 2,183 Acres in Simi Valley, Now 94% Contained
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Summary
- For the latest information on evacuation orders and firefighting efforts, visit the Ventura County Active Incidents page and the LA County Evacuation Map.
- The Incident Information Hotline is open. For information on the Sandy Fire evacuations and resources, please call 805-465-6650.
- The Sandy Fire has burned approximately 2,183 acres in Simi Valley, California, prompting evacuation orders and warnings for residents in the area.
- The blaze is approximately 94% contained at this time.
- Residents are urged to heed evacuation orders and follow directions of first responders in the area.
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Watch Duty confirms the Sandy wildfire is now 94% contained.
The fire is now 90% contained, per Watch Duty.
Firefighters confirm the fire's forward progress has been completely halted.
Over 2/3rd of the wildfire has been contained.
A small increase of up to 2,183 acres was reported in the latest fire assessment, per Watch Duty.
Crews are continuing to focus on addressing hot spots, reducing unburned brush near impacted communities and continuing work towards full containment, according to Ventura County officials.
The fire is now 40% contained, per Watch Duty.
The blaze has been mapped at 2,141 acres, with containment at 30%, per CAL Fire.
Over 17,000 people remain under evacuation orders, per ABC7.
The Sandy Fire was last mapped at 2,115 acres, and is now 22% contained. A slew of evacuation orders remain in place; check the resources above for details.
Over 43,000 residents remain under evacuation orders, per the Ventura County Sun.
The blaze is currently mapped at 1,659 acres with 15% containment, per the VCFD.
The Ventura County FD PIO reports there are now 869 firefighters working to contain the Sandy wildfire.
As the fire has grown in size to 1,697 acres, progress has been made in containment, which is estimated at 5%.
The Incident Information Hotline is open. For information on the Sandy Fire evacuations and resources, please call [805-465-6650](tel:805-465-6650).
The Ventura County Fire Department's public information officer (PIO) confirms 750 firefighters are battling the blaze.
Watch Duty confirms the blaze is now 5% contained.
ALL Simi Valley Unified School District schools and campuses will be CLOSED for ALL STUDENTS on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. This includes all after school programs and activities.
The fire has spread slightly to 1,385 acres, per Watch Duty.
Additional evacuation warnings have been issued for portions of West Hills and Chatsworth.
The wildfire has grown to over 1,300 acres.
The fire has now scorched 836 acres, and additional evacuation warnings and orders have been issued.
The wildfire has continued to spread, burning around 720 acres per Watch Duty.
A Large Animal Shelter for horses and livestock is open at: Ventura County Fairgrounds 10 E Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001.
A Small Animal Shelter is open at: Simi Valley Animal Shelter 670 W Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93065.
Watch Duty confirms a Temporary Evacuation Point will be open at 12:00 p.m. today, located at: Rancho Santa Susana Community Park 5005 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93063.
According to an update from the Ventura County emergency incident website, the following zones are under Evacuation Order: - Simi Valley 32 - Simi Valley 33 - Simi Valley 34 - Simi Valley 35.
The fire has rapidly spread across 183 acres and is not contained at this time.
Units are being sent to the area of Rocking Horse Drive and Meander Drive for structure protection, according to Watch Duty.
Watch Duty reports that the flames have burned 10 acres so far.
For the latest information on evacuation orders and firefighting efforts, visit the [Ventura County Active Incidents page](https://emergency.venturacounty.gov/) and the [LA County Evacuation Map](https://protect.genasys.com/zones/US-CA-XLA-LAC-WOOLSEY?z=12.534381376722289&latlon=34.22329475343837%2C-118.65781130909204).
Residents and visitors are urged to use extreme caution in the area.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Hailey Ct & Rudolph Dr.
Firefighters confirm the flames are moving at a rapid rate of speed due to the wind.
Evacuations have been requested for Rambling Road in the area of Casual Court and Rocking Horse Drive, per Watch Duty.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Rocking Horse Dr & Rambling Rd.
A reported vegetation fire named Sandy Fire has burned approximately an acre of land, according to responders at the scene.
Incident reported at 1768 Legacy Dr.
Watch Duty confirms the Sandy wildfire is now 94% contained.
The fire is now 90% contained, per Watch Duty.
Firefighters confirm the fire's forward progress has been completely halted.
Over 2/3rd of the wildfire has been contained.
A small increase of up to 2,183 acres was reported in the latest fire assessment, per Watch Duty.
Crews are continuing to focus on addressing hot spots, reducing unburned brush near impacted communities and continuing work towards full containment, according to Ventura County officials.
The fire is now 40% contained, per Watch Duty.
The blaze has been mapped at 2,141 acres, with containment at 30%, per CAL Fire.
Over 17,000 people remain under evacuation orders, per ABC7.
The Sandy Fire was last mapped at 2,115 acres, and is now 22% contained. A slew of evacuation orders remain in place; check the resources above for details.
Over 43,000 residents remain under evacuation orders, per the Ventura County Sun.
The blaze is currently mapped at 1,659 acres with 15% containment, per the VCFD.
The Ventura County FD PIO reports there are now 869 firefighters working to contain the Sandy wildfire.
As the fire has grown in size to 1,697 acres, progress has been made in containment, which is estimated at 5%.
The Incident Information Hotline is open. For information on the Sandy Fire evacuations and resources, please call [805-465-6650](tel:805-465-6650).
The Ventura County Fire Department's public information officer (PIO) confirms 750 firefighters are battling the blaze.
Watch Duty confirms the blaze is now 5% contained.
ALL Simi Valley Unified School District schools and campuses will be CLOSED for ALL STUDENTS on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. This includes all after school programs and activities.
The fire has spread slightly to 1,385 acres, per Watch Duty.
Additional evacuation warnings have been issued for portions of West Hills and Chatsworth.
The wildfire has grown to over 1,300 acres.
The fire has now scorched 836 acres, and additional evacuation warnings and orders have been issued.
The wildfire has continued to spread, burning around 720 acres per Watch Duty.
A Large Animal Shelter for horses and livestock is open at: Ventura County Fairgrounds 10 E Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001.
A Small Animal Shelter is open at: Simi Valley Animal Shelter 670 W Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93065.
Watch Duty confirms a Temporary Evacuation Point will be open at 12:00 p.m. today, located at: Rancho Santa Susana Community Park 5005 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93063.
According to an update from the Ventura County emergency incident website, the following zones are under Evacuation Order: - Simi Valley 32 - Simi Valley 33 - Simi Valley 34 - Simi Valley 35.
The fire has rapidly spread across 183 acres and is not contained at this time.
Units are being sent to the area of Rocking Horse Drive and Meander Drive for structure protection, according to Watch Duty.
Watch Duty reports that the flames have burned 10 acres so far.
For the latest information on evacuation orders and firefighting efforts, visit the [Ventura County Active Incidents page](https://emergency.venturacounty.gov/) and the [LA County Evacuation Map](https://protect.genasys.com/zones/US-CA-XLA-LAC-WOOLSEY?z=12.534381376722289&latlon=34.22329475343837%2C-118.65781130909204).
Residents and visitors are urged to use extreme caution in the area.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Hailey Ct & Rudolph Dr.
Firefighters confirm the flames are moving at a rapid rate of speed due to the wind.
Evacuations have been requested for Rambling Road in the area of Casual Court and Rocking Horse Drive, per Watch Duty.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Rocking Horse Dr & Rambling Rd.
A reported vegetation fire named Sandy Fire has burned approximately an acre of land, according to responders at the scene.
Incident reported at 1768 Legacy Dr.
Watch Duty confirms the Sandy wildfire is now 94% contained.
The fire is now 90% contained, per Watch Duty.
Firefighters confirm the fire's forward progress has been completely halted.
Over 2/3rd of the wildfire has been contained.
A small increase of up to 2,183 acres was reported in the latest fire assessment, per Watch Duty.
Crews are continuing to focus on addressing hot spots, reducing unburned brush near impacted communities and continuing work towards full containment, according to Ventura County officials.
The fire is now 40% contained, per Watch Duty.
The blaze has been mapped at 2,141 acres, with containment at 30%, per CAL Fire.
Over 17,000 people remain under evacuation orders, per ABC7.
The Sandy Fire was last mapped at 2,115 acres, and is now 22% contained. A slew of evacuation orders remain in place; check the resources above for details.
Over 43,000 residents remain under evacuation orders, per the Ventura County Sun.
The blaze is currently mapped at 1,659 acres with 15% containment, per the VCFD.
The Ventura County FD PIO reports there are now 869 firefighters working to contain the Sandy wildfire.
As the fire has grown in size to 1,697 acres, progress has been made in containment, which is estimated at 5%.
The Incident Information Hotline is open. For information on the Sandy Fire evacuations and resources, please call [805-465-6650](tel:805-465-6650).
The Ventura County Fire Department's public information officer (PIO) confirms 750 firefighters are battling the blaze.
Watch Duty confirms the blaze is now 5% contained.
ALL Simi Valley Unified School District schools and campuses will be CLOSED for ALL STUDENTS on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. This includes all after school programs and activities.
The fire has spread slightly to 1,385 acres, per Watch Duty.
Additional evacuation warnings have been issued for portions of West Hills and Chatsworth.
The wildfire has grown to over 1,300 acres.
The fire has now scorched 836 acres, and additional evacuation warnings and orders have been issued.
The wildfire has continued to spread, burning around 720 acres per Watch Duty.
A Large Animal Shelter for horses and livestock is open at: Ventura County Fairgrounds 10 E Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001.
A Small Animal Shelter is open at: Simi Valley Animal Shelter 670 W Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93065.
Watch Duty confirms a Temporary Evacuation Point will be open at 12:00 p.m. today, located at: Rancho Santa Susana Community Park 5005 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93063.
According to an update from the Ventura County emergency incident website, the following zones are under Evacuation Order: - Simi Valley 32 - Simi Valley 33 - Simi Valley 34 - Simi Valley 35.
The fire has rapidly spread across 183 acres and is not contained at this time.
Units are being sent to the area of Rocking Horse Drive and Meander Drive for structure protection, according to Watch Duty.
Watch Duty reports that the flames have burned 10 acres so far.
For the latest information on evacuation orders and firefighting efforts, visit the [Ventura County Active Incidents page](https://emergency.venturacounty.gov/) and the [LA County Evacuation Map](https://protect.genasys.com/zones/US-CA-XLA-LAC-WOOLSEY?z=12.534381376722289&latlon=34.22329475343837%2C-118.65781130909204).
Residents and visitors are urged to use extreme caution in the area.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Hailey Ct & Rudolph Dr.
Firefighters confirm the flames are moving at a rapid rate of speed due to the wind.
Evacuations have been requested for Rambling Road in the area of Casual Court and Rocking Horse Drive, per Watch Duty.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Rocking Horse Dr & Rambling Rd.
A reported vegetation fire named Sandy Fire has burned approximately an acre of land, according to responders at the scene.
Incident reported at 1768 Legacy Dr.
Watch Duty confirms the Sandy wildfire is now 94% contained.
The fire is now 90% contained, per Watch Duty.
Firefighters confirm the fire's forward progress has been completely halted.
Over 2/3rd of the wildfire has been contained.
A small increase of up to 2,183 acres was reported in the latest fire assessment, per Watch Duty.
Crews are continuing to focus on addressing hot spots, reducing unburned brush near impacted communities and continuing work towards full containment, according to Ventura County officials.
The fire is now 40% contained, per Watch Duty.
The blaze has been mapped at 2,141 acres, with containment at 30%, per CAL Fire.
Over 17,000 people remain under evacuation orders, per ABC7.
The Sandy Fire was last mapped at 2,115 acres, and is now 22% contained. A slew of evacuation orders remain in place; check the resources above for details.
Over 43,000 residents remain under evacuation orders, per the Ventura County Sun.
The blaze is currently mapped at 1,659 acres with 15% containment, per the VCFD.
The Ventura County FD PIO reports there are now 869 firefighters working to contain the Sandy wildfire.
As the fire has grown in size to 1,697 acres, progress has been made in containment, which is estimated at 5%.
The Incident Information Hotline is open. For information on the Sandy Fire evacuations and resources, please call [805-465-6650](tel:805-465-6650).
The Ventura County Fire Department's public information officer (PIO) confirms 750 firefighters are battling the blaze.
Watch Duty confirms the blaze is now 5% contained.
ALL Simi Valley Unified School District schools and campuses will be CLOSED for ALL STUDENTS on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. This includes all after school programs and activities.
The fire has spread slightly to 1,385 acres, per Watch Duty.
Additional evacuation warnings have been issued for portions of West Hills and Chatsworth.
The wildfire has grown to over 1,300 acres.
The fire has now scorched 836 acres, and additional evacuation warnings and orders have been issued.
The wildfire has continued to spread, burning around 720 acres per Watch Duty.
A Large Animal Shelter for horses and livestock is open at: Ventura County Fairgrounds 10 E Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001.
A Small Animal Shelter is open at: Simi Valley Animal Shelter 670 W Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93065.
Watch Duty confirms a Temporary Evacuation Point will be open at 12:00 p.m. today, located at: Rancho Santa Susana Community Park 5005 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93063.
According to an update from the Ventura County emergency incident website, the following zones are under Evacuation Order: - Simi Valley 32 - Simi Valley 33 - Simi Valley 34 - Simi Valley 35.
The fire has rapidly spread across 183 acres and is not contained at this time.
Units are being sent to the area of Rocking Horse Drive and Meander Drive for structure protection, according to Watch Duty.
Watch Duty reports that the flames have burned 10 acres so far.
For the latest information on evacuation orders and firefighting efforts, visit the [Ventura County Active Incidents page](https://emergency.venturacounty.gov/) and the [LA County Evacuation Map](https://protect.genasys.com/zones/US-CA-XLA-LAC-WOOLSEY?z=12.534381376722289&latlon=34.22329475343837%2C-118.65781130909204).
Residents and visitors are urged to use extreme caution in the area.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Hailey Ct & Rudolph Dr.
Firefighters confirm the flames are moving at a rapid rate of speed due to the wind.
Evacuations have been requested for Rambling Road in the area of Casual Court and Rocking Horse Drive, per Watch Duty.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Rocking Horse Dr & Rambling Rd.
A reported vegetation fire named Sandy Fire has burned approximately an acre of land, according to responders at the scene.
Incident reported at 1768 Legacy Dr.
Watch Duty confirms the Sandy wildfire is now 94% contained.
The fire is now 90% contained, per Watch Duty.
Firefighters confirm the fire's forward progress has been completely halted.
Over 2/3rd of the wildfire has been contained.
A small increase of up to 2,183 acres was reported in the latest fire assessment, per Watch Duty.
Crews are continuing to focus on addressing hot spots, reducing unburned brush near impacted communities and continuing work towards full containment, according to Ventura County officials.
The fire is now 40% contained, per Watch Duty.
The blaze has been mapped at 2,141 acres, with containment at 30%, per CAL Fire.
Over 17,000 people remain under evacuation orders, per ABC7.
The Sandy Fire was last mapped at 2,115 acres, and is now 22% contained. A slew of evacuation orders remain in place; check the resources above for details.
Over 43,000 residents remain under evacuation orders, per the Ventura County Sun.
The blaze is currently mapped at 1,659 acres with 15% containment, per the VCFD.
The Ventura County FD PIO reports there are now 869 firefighters working to contain the Sandy wildfire.
As the fire has grown in size to 1,697 acres, progress has been made in containment, which is estimated at 5%.
The Incident Information Hotline is open. For information on the Sandy Fire evacuations and resources, please call [805-465-6650](tel:805-465-6650).
The Ventura County Fire Department's public information officer (PIO) confirms 750 firefighters are battling the blaze.
Watch Duty confirms the blaze is now 5% contained.
ALL Simi Valley Unified School District schools and campuses will be CLOSED for ALL STUDENTS on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. This includes all after school programs and activities.
The fire has spread slightly to 1,385 acres, per Watch Duty.
Additional evacuation warnings have been issued for portions of West Hills and Chatsworth.
The wildfire has grown to over 1,300 acres.
The fire has now scorched 836 acres, and additional evacuation warnings and orders have been issued.
The wildfire has continued to spread, burning around 720 acres per Watch Duty.
A Large Animal Shelter for horses and livestock is open at: Ventura County Fairgrounds 10 E Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001.
A Small Animal Shelter is open at: Simi Valley Animal Shelter 670 W Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93065.
Watch Duty confirms a Temporary Evacuation Point will be open at 12:00 p.m. today, located at: Rancho Santa Susana Community Park 5005 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93063.
According to an update from the Ventura County emergency incident website, the following zones are under Evacuation Order: - Simi Valley 32 - Simi Valley 33 - Simi Valley 34 - Simi Valley 35.
The fire has rapidly spread across 183 acres and is not contained at this time.
Units are being sent to the area of Rocking Horse Drive and Meander Drive for structure protection, according to Watch Duty.
Watch Duty reports that the flames have burned 10 acres so far.
For the latest information on evacuation orders and firefighting efforts, visit the [Ventura County Active Incidents page](https://emergency.venturacounty.gov/) and the [LA County Evacuation Map](https://protect.genasys.com/zones/US-CA-XLA-LAC-WOOLSEY?z=12.534381376722289&latlon=34.22329475343837%2C-118.65781130909204).
Residents and visitors are urged to use extreme caution in the area.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Hailey Ct & Rudolph Dr.
Firefighters confirm the flames are moving at a rapid rate of speed due to the wind.
Evacuations have been requested for Rambling Road in the area of Casual Court and Rocking Horse Drive, per Watch Duty.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Rocking Horse Dr & Rambling Rd.
A reported vegetation fire named Sandy Fire has burned approximately an acre of land, according to responders at the scene.
Incident reported at 1768 Legacy Dr.
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i hope all the animals are safe 🙏🙏
@tokyo10 🙏🏼😇✨🐾🐱🐴🐷🐥🐓
Tengo espacio para guardar animales si alguien necesita déjenme saber para ir o me los traen. Estoy en Hesperia es grande mi terreno
These chats are always so toxic
Pray for the brave firefighters! Wild land firefighters work extremely hard ! Hand crews as well
i hope all the animals are safe 🙏🙏
@tokyo10 🙏🏼😇✨🐾🐱🐴🐷🐥🐓
Tengo espacio para guardar animales si alguien necesita déjenme saber para ir o me los traen. Estoy en Hesperia es grande mi terreno
These chats are always so toxic
Pray for the brave firefighters! Wild land firefighters work extremely hard ! Hand crews as well
i hope all the animals are safe 🙏🙏
@tokyo10 🙏🏼😇✨🐾🐱🐴🐷🐥🐓
Tengo espacio para guardar animales si alguien necesita déjenme saber para ir o me los traen. Estoy en Hesperia es grande mi terreno
These chats are always so toxic
Pray for the brave firefighters! Wild land firefighters work extremely hard ! Hand crews as well
i hope all the animals are safe 🙏🙏
@tokyo10 🙏🏼😇✨🐾🐱🐴🐷🐥🐓
Tengo espacio para guardar animales si alguien necesita déjenme saber para ir o me los traen. Estoy en Hesperia es grande mi terreno
These chats are always so toxic
Pray for the brave firefighters! Wild land firefighters work extremely hard ! Hand crews as well
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i hope all the animals are safe 🙏🙏
@tokyo10 🙏🏼😇✨🐾🐱🐴🐷🐥🐓
Tengo espacio para guardar animales si alguien necesita déjenme saber para ir o me los traen. Estoy en Hesperia es grande mi terreno
These chats are always so toxic
Pray for the brave firefighters! Wild land firefighters work extremely hard ! Hand crews as well