Cal OES has confirmed that evacuation shelters remain open for residents affected by the Sandy Fire, which continues to burn across Simi Valley and nearby communities. Fire crews remain positioned throughout the region as containment efforts continue and evacuation orders stay in place for several neighborhoods.
The Sandy Fire has burned more than 2,000 acres since it began earlier this week, driven by shifting winds and steep terrain. Fire officials report that thousands of residents remain under evacuation orders, with additional areas under evacuation warnings as crews work to reinforce control lines.
Shelters Confirmed Open
Rancho Santa Susana Community Park – Human Shelter
5005 E. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley
Serving as the primary overnight evacuation shelter for residents displaced by the Sandy Fire.
Simi Valley Animal Shelter – Small Animals
670 W. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley
Accepting small domestic animals from evacuation zones.
Camarillo Animal Shelter – Small Animals
600 Aviation Dr., Camarillo
Also accepting small domestic animals for evacuees.
Ventura County Fairgrounds – Large Animals
10 E. Harbor Blvd., Ventura
Designated for horses and livestock displaced by the fire.
Current Fire Conditions
Firefighters continue to work across rugged terrain to protect homes and infrastructure. Containment has increased gradually, though fire activity remains visible in several areas. Officials note that air quality remains impacted across Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, and surrounding communities due to drifting smoke.
Evacuation orders remain active for multiple zones, and authorities urge residents to monitor official updates and avoid returning to restricted areas until conditions improve.
What Residents Should Know
Shelters for people and animals remain open and staffed.
Evacuation orders may shift as fire conditions change.
Residents should monitor official emergency channels for updates.
Air quality remains poor in several areas; limiting outdoor exposure is recommended.
Cal OES continues coordinating with Ventura County agencies as response operations continue.
Sources
Cal OES
CAL FIRE
ABC7 Los Angeles
NBC Los Angeles