When Wildfire Becomes Personal with Nicholai Allen

Today’s guest is wildland firefighter and SAFE SOSS® founder Nicholai Allen. After the 2018 Woolsey Fire impacted his own family, Nicholai became passionate about helping homeowners better protect their homes from wildfires—especially from the wind-driven embers that destroy most homes during wildfire events.In this episode, Nicholai shares what it’s really like on the fireline, the emotional impact of watching communities threatened by wildfire, and why preparation before fire season matters so much. He explains simple and affordable ways homeowners can create defensible space, protect vulnerable areas of their homes, and prepare their families before an evacuation ever becomes necessary.We also talk about the creation of the SAFE SOSS® Block • Seal • Defend system, now available through Lowe’s, and how these tools are helping families take practical steps toward wildfire safety. This conversation is eye-opening, educational, and full of helpful information every homeowner should hear.To find out more about Safe SOSS visit https://www.safesoss.com3 ways to support Life Stories:*Like and share this episode!*Subscribe to this channel!*Buy me a virtual coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/lifestoriespodcastWant to be a guest on Life Stories Podcast? Send Shara Goswick a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/lifestoriespodcast