Here comes summer – your trees are getting thirsty!
By Seth Hawkins, GFC Urban Forest Specialist Now that planting season has ended, springtime is delivering longer days and warmer temperatures. Trees are waking up for the growing season and…
Learning to Lead: GFC Foresters Come Together for Leadership Conference in Helen, GA
…similarities and our differences, grouping us together based on personality types, generation, and communication style. Being grouped this way, we were able to meet like-minded co-workers, and discuss what strengths…
Campaign Shares Health Benefits of Trees
…of significant research, trees have a positive impact on human health, and the Healthy Trees campaign details the numerous benefits in a captivating and easy to apply style. “The connection…
Leaf Watch Report for October 20th, 2022
…approximately 80% above 3000 feet and 50% below 3000 feet. Tuesday brought abnormally chilly and gusty conditions, bringing down a decent number of leaves. We anticipate widespread frosty and freezing…
Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022
…change from green to date: approximately 65% above 3000 feet and 30% below 3000 feet. We expect moderate rainfall and gusty conditions with a cold front from Wednesday until Thursday….
North Georgia Fire Linked to Arson
…“There’s been no measurable rain for over a month, and conditions are critically dry,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Seasonal leaf fall, along with sustained gusty winds, are…
Firefighting Training & Resources
…Yellow “Overpant” or Jean or “BDU” Style (big enough to be used as an “overpant”). Fireline Boots – must meet at least all of the following requirements: Eight-inch minimum boot…
Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
…No one should burn when: the winds are, or will become, elevated and gusty and if the wind direction blows the fire and/or smoke toward other flammable vegetation and woodlands,…
GFC’s people and services impact Georgians
…proud to share with my GFC co-workers, along with integrity, honesty, and a good ol’ fashioned work ethic. I am so grateful to be a part of my other family…
High Fire Danger Prompts Outdoor Burning Warnings this Weekend
…fire weather red flag warning is possible,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Forest Protection Chief Frank Sorrells. “Low relative humidity, along with high gusty winds means a higher potential for wildfires.”…
