Prevention Tactics Shared as Fire Danger Rises
…to make sure combustible materials are removed from the immediate perimeter of their homes and other structures,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Fire Prevention Team Leader Mark Wiles. “Hazardous ignition zones…
North Georgia Burn Ban Boosts Air Quality
…air,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Protection Chief, Frank Sorrells. “The risk of wildfire is also high at this time, and the Georgia Forestry Commission will be closely monitoring fire activity…
Local Forest Ranger Receives Fire Prevention Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 2, 2021 A member of the Georgia Forestry Commission’s North Georgia Forest Protection team has been selected to receive a prestigious award recognizing outstanding work to…
Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1
…burning of yard and land-clearing debris is prohibited in some counties where particulate matter pollutants and chemicals from smoke are more likely to combine with emissions from vehicles and industrial…
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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GFC helps protect and conserve Georgia’s plentiful forest resources. We provide leadership, services, and educational resources for landowners, communities, and other agencies. Our headquarters are in Dry Branch, Georgia….
Hurricane Cleanup Deadlines at Hand
…is June 30 for anyone with an FDMP contract to complete their authorized work,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “We expect a last-minute rush of completions and are…
Timber Sales & Harvest Advice
Getting Started To request a site visit and find out more about timber sales, contact your local GFC forester. We recommend that you engage the services of a consulting forester…
Directories
…and managers across the state. This list is made up of contractors who have submitted information to GFC and is not meant as an endorsement of any individual or company….
