Crews responded to a fire burning near homes in the Simi Valley area on May 18.
The blaze was reported shortly after 10 a.m. near the 600 block of Sandy Drive. The initial personnel on scene described the blaze, dubbed the Sandy Fire, as at least an acre, with flames burning quickly, pushed by winds.
Authorities called for a second alarm response. Equipment and personnel included engines, hand crews, dozers and multiple aircraft. Some of the personnel were needed to protect structures in the area, according to radio reports.
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This article originally appeared on Ventura County Star: Crews respond to Sandy Fire burning in Simi Valley area
Reporting by Cheri Carlson, Ventura County Star / Ventura County Star
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