Rooted in Care

Wildfires don’t wait for an invitation—so how prepared is your home? In this episode of Rooted in Care, hosts Chantel Davis and Buddy Marshall sit down with Heather McCulley, Deputy Chief for Wildfire Preparedness at Cal Fire, to crack the code on keeping your property safe from wildfires.

With 28 years of firefighting experience, Heather has seen it all—from homes that stand strong in the face of flames to those lost due to simple oversights. She’s here to share the do’s and don’ts of wildfire prep, so you can take real, actionable steps to protect your home before fire season sparks up.

From home hardening techniques to collaborating with local Fire Safe Councils, Heather shares Cal Fire's proactive strategies for property defense and invaluable resources for homeowners. Curious why defensible space matters and what you can do to protect your property? This episode is for you!


Heather’s Mentioned Resources:
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection | CAL FIRE
Prepare | CAL FIRE
Home - Ready for Wildfire CAL FIRE Safety & Preparedness Tips
Fire-Smart Landscaping For Enhanced Wildfire Safety | CAL FIRE
Wildfire Home Hardening Guide | Prepare for Wildfire | CAL FIRE
Wildfire Home Retrofit Guide
Community Wildfire Preparedness and Mitigation | OSFM
NIST.GOV Hazard Mitigation Methodology
IBHS.org – Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety
FSRI Safety Academy

Social Links:
https://www.fire.ca.gov/
https://osfm.fire.ca.gov/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/calfirecareers/posts/?feedView=all

https://www.youtube.com/@CALFIREOSFM
https://www.youtube.com/@CALFIRETV

https://www.instagram.com/calfireosfm/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/calfire/?hl=en

https://www.facebook.com/CALFIRE/
https://www.facebook.com/CALFIREOSFM

What is Rooted in Care?

Welcome to Rooted in Care, the podcast that explores the vital role of tree care in our communities and everyday lives. Hosted by Chantel Davis and Buddy Marshall of A Plus Tree, we explore expert insights, industry stories, and the deep connection between people, trees, and the environment.

A Plus’d Up Production in collaboration with Chorus Studios.