US: Contaminated nuclear site threatened by fast-moving California wildfire

A fast-moving Southern California wildfire is threatening the contaminated Santa Susana Field Laboratory in Ventura County.

The Sandy Fire has prompted evacuations and close monitoring as crews work to contain the blaze near Simi Valley.

Boeing, CAL FIRE, and federal and state officials are watching the site because cleanup is still underway.

The main concern is that fire could disturb polluted areas and spread toxic smoke or exposure to nearby communities.