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Thousands Evacuated as Major Wildfire Rages Near Los Angeles
A significant brush fire near Los Angeles County has prompted the evacuation of over 10,000 homes. Fire crews are actively battling the blaze as it continues to spread.
19 May, 15:01 — 19 May, 16:18
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Watch: Crews battle blaze as thousands evacuated near Los Angeles
The Sandy Fire ignited in the city of Simi Valley and spread across 1,364 acres (550 hectares) with minimal containment as of Tuesday, officials said.
Read full article →France 24High8h ago
Brush fire near Los Angeles forces thousands to evacuate
Thousands of people were ordered to evacuate as a wind-driven wildfire threatened suburban homes in Southern California on Monday. The Sandy Fire was reported around 10am in hills above Simi Valley, about 30 miles (48 kilometres) northwest of Los Angeles.
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Read full article →hindustan-timesMostly Factual8h ago
Sandy fire cause: Over 10,000 homes evacuated as major wildfire tears through Los Angeles County | Check latest update
The Sandy fire near Simi Valley has expanded to 1,385 acres with 5% containment. Over 10,000 homes have been evacuated.
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First report: BBC · 19 May, 15:01|Full coverage: 4 · 6h|Window: 6h
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