High Fire Danger Prompts Outdoor Burning Warnings this Weekend
…with recent rainfall, the ability to control open burning under these weather conditions will be difficult,” Sorrells said. “Resulting wildfires could spread rapidly and cause harm to people, damage to…
Prevention Tactics Shared as Fire Danger Rises
…wildfires. “We want to make sure everyone is aware of the possibility that one stray spark can lead to devastating consequences,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Our fire…
Needlecast in Pines
…the outer needles are dead, but the bud remains green with new growth. BSNB is easily controlled in young longleaf stands with the use of prescribed fire. While BSNB has…
PLANNING A SAFE & FUN FOURTH OF JULY
…significant rainfall, and drought conditions are becoming predominant. As dry conditions increase, so does the incidence of wildfire. The drier it is, the faster fires ignite and spread. Within minutes,…
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…
Making your Home more Energy Efficient – by Planting Trees
…trees that will help reduce energy costs in the years ahead. Simply put, it takes a lot of energy to cool our homes! They absorb the sun’s rays, converting them…
Christmas Tree Vendor Directory
…I-16 take Exit 58. Head South on Hwy 199. Turn left onto L.C. Pope Rd. Farm is located 1.5 miles on right. Murray Cypress; Carolina Sapphire; Leyland Cypress; Blue Ice;…
My Experience as an Urban and Community Forestry Intern
…facets of life that can lead to tree decline. Interning with the Urban & Community Forestry Department showed me how the Georgia Forestry Commission works to maintain and improve our…
Wildfire Danger Elevated Across Georgia
…will cause wildfires to spread rapidly.” Sorrells said the GFC is closely monitoring conditions but warns that these conditions may actually get worse before they get better in the next…
Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022
…Multiple moderate to severe storms will lead to premature leaf fall and less overall color. It is still very early in the season; therefore, overlooks and ridges are still predominately…
