Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1

…June 1, giving them extra time to clear vegetative debris from April storms. Those counties are Banks, Catoosa, Chattooga, Floyd, Gordon, Upson and Walker. “From May until September 1, open…

Think Trees for the Holidays

GFC rangers transported this 24-foot Georgia grown red cedar to the State Capitol for the Christmas season. Can you believe it? It’s “that time of year again!” The holiday season…

Fall Wildfire Danger on the Increase Across North Georgia

…dry conditions has the potential to reignite previous hot spots and cause dangerous new wildfires. The Georgia Forestry Commission has a valuable online fire tracking tool that is available for…

SOPERTON NATIVE NAMED STATE FIRE PROTECTION CHIEF

…He is a certified prescribed burn manager and a Complex Management Planning Section Chief within the Incident Command System. Beyond his notable resume, Thomas is well respected for his exceptional…

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Thousands of Tree City USA communities—large and small—have made a commitment to their urban tree canopy and their residents. Check them our.

High Fire Danger Impacts Outdoor Burning

* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…