Melanie Griffith begs for prayers as her mother is evacuated from big cat sanctuary in path of ferocious LA wildfire that has gutted homes, destroyed 22,000 acres of land AND the set for Wipeout
Melanie Griffith asked for prayers after her mother was evacuated from a wildlife sanctuary because of raging wildfires in Los Angeles.
The actress wrote on Twitter: ‘Please say a prayer for all residents in the path of the #SandFire . My Moms place Shambala is being evacuated.’
Griffith’s 86-year-old mother, Tippi Hedren, opened the preserve in 1983 following on from her film Roar.
There are over 40 big cats – including lions, tigers, cougars, black and spotted leopards, servals, bobcats, and an Asian leopard cat – who are cared for at the ranch.
On Sunday evening, Griffith, 58, confirmed that her mom was safe and the beloved cats had been saved. She wrote: ‘Mom is safe! Shambala is safe. Now sending love and thanks to all the firefighters who saved her and the cats.’
They accept donations for The Roar Foundation, the organization that runs the center.
Sable Ranch – a filming set used in the A-Team, 24 and Supernatural and the site for the Wipeout set – has also been destroyed.
The blaze has grown ferocious new power two days after it broke out, sending so much smoke in the air that planes making drops on it had to be grounded.
Officials said it has run through the area ‘like a freight train’.
The latest figures released by the authorities say the blaze is at 20 percent containment and a total of 18 family homes have been gutted in the areas of Sand Canyon, Bear Divide and Little Tujunga.
On Saturday, authorities said the Sand Fire was at 20 per cent containment, but the U.S. Forest Service corrected that figure and said the fire remains at 10 per cent containment. Above firefighters battled the Sand Fire on Sunday
About 300 miles up the coast, crews were battling another blaze spanning 10,000 acres (16 square miles) north of the majestic Big Sur region.
Authorities say almost 1,700 firefighters who are being hindered by scorching temperatures of up to 112 degrees are battling the blaze in the mountains north of Los Angeles known as the Sand Fire.
On Sunday crews faced another day of hot weather, low humidity and high winds that could once again fan the fires’ explosive growth. Shifting winds sent smoke away from greater Los Angeles and into desert communities, where residents were warned about poor air quality.
Late Saturday evening, a man’s body was found outside a home on Iron Canyon Road in Santa Clarita. Detectives are working to determine whether he was killed by the blaze or another cause, Los Angeles County sheriff’s Lt. Rob Hahnlein said.
Not everyone will understand.
Trust is the foundation of any healthy relationship. However, when things start to feel off, it’s easy for doubts to take over. Recently, I found myself questioning my girlfriend’s behavior, and it all centered around her work schedule.
She works at a bank, which typically closes at 4:30 PM. However, she’s been coming home around 9:30 PM every night. At first, I didn’t think much of it—maybe she had extra work. But as days passed, the uneasiness grew. Was she really staying late for work, or was there something more?
I couldn’t shake off the feeling that something wasn’t right. Could she be lying? Was she seeing someone else? These thoughts kept running through my mind, making me question everything.
Jumping to Conclusions vs. Seeking the Truth
It’s human nature to assume the worst when things don’t add up. I had two choices:
- Let paranoia consume me and start making accusations.
- Communicate and seek clarity before making assumptions.
I chose the second option. Instead of letting suspicion take over, I decided to analyze the situation logically.
Understanding the Nature of Banking Jobs
One of the first things I did was research bank work schedules. Most banks do close by 4:30 PM, but that doesn’t mean employees leave at that time.
🕒 Here’s why bank employees might stay late:
✔️ Processing daily transactions and balancing accounts.
✔️ Preparing reports for the next business day.
✔️ Handling security checks and audits.
✔️ Attending meetings and training sessions.
It turns out, overtime in the banking sector isn’t uncommon, especially for those in higher positions or involved in finance management.
Could this be why my girlfriend was getting home late? It was a strong possibility.
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The Importance of Communication
Instead of silently harboring doubts, I did what any rational partner should do—I talked to her.
🔹 I casually asked, “How was work today?”
🔹 I listened carefully to what she said.
🔹 I paid attention to her body language.
Turns out, she had been staying late to complete extra tasks and wasn’t intentionally hiding anything from me. It was just work—nothing more, nothing less.
That conversation saved me from unnecessary stress, doubt, and potential damage to our relationship.
Trust in a Relationship: A Two-Way Street
Many relationships fail not because of actual betrayal, but due to lack of trust and communication. My situation made me realize that:
❤️ Jumping to conclusions can ruin a good relationship.
❤️ Communication is the only way to resolve doubts.
❤️ Trust is built over time, and small doubts can weaken it.
Imagine if I had accused her of lying without any proof. It could have caused unnecessary fights and resentment.
What I Learned from This Experience
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🔸 Doubts are normal, but how you handle them matters.
🔸 Being insecure and jumping to conclusions only leads to regret.
🔸 Giving your partner the benefit of the doubt strengthens the relationship.
Instead of letting anxiety and overthinking control me, I chose understanding and trust. And guess what? I was wrong to assume the worst.
Final Thoughts: Not Everyone Will Understand
Some people may think, “If you’re doubting her, maybe there’s a reason.” But the truth is, sometimes our own insecurities create problems that don’t exist.
If something in your relationship feels off, don’t jump to accusations—instead, talk about it.
At the end of the day, trust and communication are the real secrets to a strong relationship. Without them, even the best relationships can fall apart.
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