More than 17,000 under evacuation orders as Southern California wildfire threatens homes
A wildfire in Southern California has led to evacuation orders for over 17,000 residents. The Sandy Fire, which started in the hills above Simi Valley, has consumed more than two square miles of land and destroyed at least one home. Firefighters are making progress against the blaze, which is currently 5% contained, while the cause remains under investigation.
- ▪More than 17,000 people are under evacuation orders due to the Sandy Fire in Southern California.
- ▪The fire has consumed over two square miles of dry brush and destroyed at least one home.
- ▪Firefighters have made progress against the fire, which is currently 5% contained.
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 02:41:19 -0400 |
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onMore than 17,000 under evacuation orders as Southern California wildfire threatens homesMore than 17,000 people are under evacuation orders as a wildfire continues to threaten suburban homes in Southern CaliforniaByThe Associated PressMay 19, 2026, 12:53 PM1:28A water tanker drops water while firefighters walk below, as the Sandy Fire approaches, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Caroline Brehman)The Associated PressSIMI VALLEY, Calif.
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