What is the name and location of the wildfire?
The Sandy wildfire burned in Simi Valley, Southern California, near Sandy Avenue (1). The fire spread toward Sequoia Avenue to the east. It was in close proximity to several schools, including Hillside Middle School, Crestview Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School, and Hollow Hills Elementary School, as well as the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?
The primary city affected by the Sandy Fire was Simi Valley, California. The fire burned near several schools and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.
What is the current containment status of the wildfire?
As of May 28, 2026, the Sandy Fire burned approximately 2,183 acres and was reported to be 100% contained.
Firefighters continued mop-up and monitoring operations after containment was achieved. Ground crews remained in the area to address lingering hot spots and prevent any potential flare-ups.
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
Previous evacuation orders for areas affected by the Sandy Fire had been dropped.
Officials continued advising residents to remain cautious near the burn area and follow updates from local emergency management agencies. Some road restrictions and firefighting activity remained in place while crews completed final containment operations.
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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of May 28, 2026, this fire had been 100% contained.
