Today we’re facing one of our community’s biggest threats head-on: wildfire. Joining us is SLO City Fire Chief Todd Tuggle, a veteran leader with decades of experience from Fresno to Santa Maria and now here at home. Chief Tuggle breaks down shifting weather patterns, the most vulnerable areas in our county, and the split-second moments when fire meets homes—where even one spark can mean disaster. We’ll cover how smart building codes, defensible space, and personal preparedness can make the difference between loss and survival. Whether you’re a homeowner, a renter, or just love this place we call home, this conversation could be the one that helps you protect it. The Staff at the SLO County Real Estate Podcast with Hal Sweasey hopes you can glean some important information from it if you are at all affected by the Gifford Fire. After the Palisades and Altadena Fires we invited Chief Tuggle in to give us some tips. Subscribe to Team Sweasey on YouTube @halsweasey for quick tips and full episodes of the SLO County Real Estate Podcast with Hal Sweasey. A production of AGM Podcasts California DRE #01111911