South Fire breaks out in Ventura County (photo: Ventura County Fire Department).
Evacuations & Road Closures
The South Fire has prompted evacuation orders in the following areas in Somis:
- Mission Rock Road area in Santa Paula
North of Highway 126
South of Santa Clara River
East of S. Briggs Road
- North of Highway 126
- South of Santa Clara River
- East of S. Briggs Road
- Saticoy Country Club area:
North of the Santa Clara River
South and west of W. Los Angeles Avenue
East of La Vista Avenue
- North of the Santa Clara River
- South and west of W. Los Angeles Avenue
- East of La Vista Avenue
The following roads have also been closed from W. Los Angeles Avenue north to W. La Loma Avenue:
An interactive map on the affected area can be found by tapping or clicking here.
The American Red Cross has opened a temporary evacuation point at Ventura Community College on Telegraph Road for all evacuees affected by the South Fire.
South Fire breaks out in Ventura County (photo: Ventura County Fire Department).
- Shut all windows and doors. Remove flammable window shades, curtains and close metal shutters.
- Move flammable furniture to the center of the room, away from windows and doors.
- Shut off gas at the meter; turn off pilot lights. Shut off the air conditioning.
- Gather up flammable items from the exterior of the house and bring them inside (patio furniture, toys, trash cans).
- Turn off propane tanks. Move propane BBQ appliances away from structures.
- Don’t leave sprinklers on or water running, they can affect critical water pressure.
- Back your loaded car into the driveway and keep all doors and windows closed.
- Ensure your emergency supplies kit is in your vehicle.
- Locate your pets and take them with you.
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