FAQs

…have high energy value and are inexpensive to transport. Find out more about GFC’s biomass efforts. What is ethanol? Ethanol is a “clean” gas alternative that emits no additional greenhouse…

Burn Permits and Notifications

…site, such as rake, shovel, garden hoe, etc.; weather awareness – to NWS red flag warnings, High Fire Danger designation of Very High or Extreme days and other hazardous conditions,…

High Fire Danger Impacts Outdoor Burning

…in the four and five categories, indicating very high fire danger,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Chief of Protection Frank Sorrells. “The decision to burn must be made on specific weather…

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.”…

Wildfire Risk High as July Fourth Holiday Approaches

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 1, 2022 High temperatures and lack of widespread significant rainfall are prompting new safety warnings for the upcoming July Fourth holiday. As drought conditions continue to…

High-flying Tools for Fire – and More!

High-flying Tools for Fire – and More! By RT Lumpkin, GFC Prescribed Burn Center Coordinator Science and technology are critical tools utilized daily by the Georgia Forestry Commission. One such…

WILDFIRE RISK HIGH AS JULY FOURTH HOLIDAY APPROACHES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 1, 2024 High temperatures and lack of widespread significant rainfall are prompting new safety warnings for the Independence Day holiday. The Georgia Forestry Commission is reminding…

Longleaf Restoration

…protected the last reserves of high-quality longleaf habitat. Bringing Back the Longleaf Population The longleaf ecosystem has become an object of intense concentration by federal, state, non-profit and private entities….

Resources

…science-based training in natural resources and ecology to middle and high school students in a challenging, fun, and competitive outdoor experience. External Website Georgia EPD Contact information and resources for…

Timber Sales & Harvest Advice

…premium. Tracts that are unusually difficult to log due to poor access or steep terrain often bring lower prices. Tracts that have high quality sawtimber, high volume per acre, or…