Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award
…set high,” said Lowrimore. “Many of our units made exceptional strides last year, and it’s clear county personnel have a steadfast focus on high-quality service to the State of Georgia.”…
Fire Danger Rising – Public’s Help Needed
…by the acronym, SSTAR: SPACE – Be 25 feet from any forestland or flammable vegetation SPACE – Be 50 feet from any structure (homes, shed, barns, etc.) TIME – Burn…
Newnan Tornado Recovery – One Year Later
…for emergency vehicles and GFC helped coordinate debris clean-up priorities. The GFC’s Urban Forest Strike Team did extensive inspections of the damaged tree canopy and provided assessments critical to federal…
High Fire Danger Prompts Outdoor Burning Warnings this Weekend
…people, damage to homes and other structures, as well as loss of timberlands.” For more information about fire weather, fire safety, and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
Special Committee Tackles Carbon Credit Tracking in Georgia
…cycle process, Georgia is showing strong leadership on an issue that affects us all.” For more information about how forests capture carbon and other benefits of Georgia’s forests and services…
North Georgia Burn Ban Boosts Air Quality
…between fires and woodlands and structures, burn times from sunrise to sunset, burner attendance at the fire, and reasonable precautions such as weather awareness and suppression tools. Full details including…
2022 Tornado Damage Assessment from April 5 and 6, 2022
Description of the Event: On Tuesday, April 5th, and Wednesday, April 6th, a strong storm system produced multiple tornadoes, mainly across central and South Georgia. Georgia Forestry Commission management foresters and GIS foresters helped assess and map out the damage that occurred throughout the state. There
were 33 tornado touchdowns, with seven of the tornadoes causing timber damage that required an assessment.
Sung to the tune of “School’s Out for Summer!”
…skills. Summer is also a time for them to explore topics that interest them. Allowing youth to engage in a combination of structured and unstructured activities as simple as outdoor…
PLANNING A SAFE & FUN FOURTH OF JULY
…a small fire can become out of control and ignite grass, vegetation, and forestlands, as well as structures and property. As you plan outdoor activities, please consider some very important…
Making your Home more Energy Efficient – by Planting Trees
…to 20 percent. Trees’ leaves are valuable tools that shade the heat-absorbing surfaces of our homes. As the sun’s rays strike the leaves, the rays are blocked and absorbed. This…
