NOTICE: 4/22/26 Administrative Order Instituting Burn Ban in 91 Counties
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Hurricane Helene Recovery


We provide leadership, service, and education to protect and conserve Georgia’s forest resources.

e.g. outdoor burn, burn permits, tree seedlings, office locations, jobs, How to Plant a Tree

Forestry Task Force Report

A new report which details the impacts of recent mill closures to the state’s economy and to affected Georgians.

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GFC Public Viewer

Want to stay informed about fire and smoke activity across Georgia? The GFC Public Viewer is an interactive map that provides real-time insights into wildfire activity, prescribed fires, PM 2.5 monitor readings, NOAA HMS smoke detection, smoke forecast, and wind direction across Georgia.

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GFC's Blog

Inside Georgia’s Wildfire Preparedness Efforts

In anticipation of elevated wildfire risk following Hurricane Helene and ongoing drought conditions, the Georgia Forestry Commission has spent the past several years strengthening wildfire preparedness, prevention, mitigation, detection, and response capabilities across the state.

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Listen to our Podcast!

Discover the stories, science, and people behind Georgia’s forests on the Georgia Forestry Forum podcast. New episodes drop monthly!

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