In this powerful and insightful episode of The Firebreak, Steve Wolf sits down with Chief Dave Winnacker, a trailblazing figure in wildfire mitigation, to discuss the complexities of combating wildfire devastation. Winnacker shares his invaluable expertise on breaking the wildfire problem into actionable components, focusing on protecting vulnerable communities and advancing defensible space and home hardening measures. He emphasizes the need for aligning efforts across homeowners, firefighters, and policymakers while addressing the critical role of proactive measures like prescribed burns, landscape treatments, and innovative technologies. With his retirement on the horizon, Chief Winnacker reflects on his legacy and the pressing need for collective action to restore fire-dependent landscapes and safeguard communities. This episode offers a candid look at the future of wildfire management and why every homeowner plays a crucial role in the fight against wildfire destruction. Don't miss this engaging conversation packed with practical solutions and a call to action.