Sandy Fire
May 19 – May 29, 2026 Updated May 29
Every published chapter of The Fold's coverage of Sandy Fire, in one place — oldest to newest, updated as the story develops.
Wind-driven Sandy Fire forces thousands to flee in Simi Valley
A fast-moving brush fire in Simi Valley, north-west of Los Angeles, has burned about 1,400 acres and forced mandatory evacuations for more than 13,000 residents. Schools across the district were closed as crews worked to contain the blaze.
Simi Valley's Sandy Fire reaches 61% containment as some evacuation warnings remain
The Sandy Fire near Simi Valley, California, reached 61 per cent containment after burning more than 180 acres and damaging some structures, with crews making progress against the blaze. Some residents remained under evacuation warnings as firefighters worked to secure the perimeter.