Brush fire in Southern California prompts evacuation orders

VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. (NBC, KYMA) - A brush fire in California's Ventura County prompted evacuation orders Monday.

The Sandy Fire started in the Simi Valley and has grown to an estimated 1,386 acres with no containment, as of Tuesday morning.

Several buildings at the base of a hillside where the fire is burning are under threat, and the Ventura County Fire Department says 550 personnel are fighting the blaze.

There are five evacuation orders and four warnings in place.

Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) said the state secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant from FEMA to help battle the fire.

"California is mobilizing resources to support Ventura County communities threatened by the Sandy Fire. This activation will ensure responders have the support needed to continue protecting lives and homes as dangerous fire conditions persist," Gov. Newsom shared. "We are deeply grateful to the crews on the front lines and urge Californians in impacted areas to follow guidance from local officials."

The cause of the fire is under investigation and no injuries have been reported. To keep up-to-date with the Sandy Fire, click here.