The following zones are under an evacuation order:
Simi Valley 32
Simi Valley 33
Simi Valley 34
Simi Valley 35
MEIC-01
BURR-01
BELL-01
BELL-02
BELL-04
BELL-05
CHES-01
SASU-01
SASU-02
The following zones are under an evacuation warning:
Simi Valley 31
TOAK-06
TOAK-07
BELL-03
BOXC-02
BOXC-03
Los Angeles County:
WTH-U045
HID-C501
AGO-C304
CAL-C401
LAC-WOOLSEY
LAC-LAKEMANOR
CSB-U024
MTV-U048
LFD-0405
LFD-0469
LFD-0343
LFD-0295
LFD-0471
Meanwhile, a temporary evacuation point is open at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, located at 5005 Los Angeles Avenue. A large animal shelter is open at Ventura County Fairgrounds, located at 10 E Harbor Blvd.
3 hours and 16 minutes ago
Evacuation warning zones for Sandy Fire expand to parts of LA County
Evacuation orders and warnings for the Sandy Fire have been expanded as crews continue to battle the fast-moving blaze in Simi Valley.
Parts of Los Angeles County are now included in the evacuation warning zones.
Approximately 550 firefighters are at the scene, the department said.
May 18, 2026, 9:48 PM GMT
Small fire in Angeles National Forest triggers evacuation warning
A small fire ignited in the Angeles National Forest on Monday, triggering an evacuation warning near the Burro Peak area.
The blaze charred approximately 30 acres with 0% containment.
Cal Fire officials said the fire is burning at a moderate rate of speed.
May 18, 2026, 9:32 PM GMT
Sandy Fire expands to 720 acres, threatens structures
The Sandy Fire in Simi Valley increased to 720 acres Monday afternoon.
The Ventura County Fire Department said the fire is still threatening structures, and evacuation orders and warnings remain in place.
Approximately 500 firefighters are assigned to battle the blaze, and firefighting aircraft are continuing to douse flames with retardant and water to support crews on the ground.
The Sandy Fire in Simi Valley increased to 720 acres Monday afternoon. Ventura County Fire says the blaze is still threatening structures.19126503
