High-flying Tools for Fire – and More!

…future training materials. These pictures were taken by one drone/camera. They are from two different burns, but when taking a picture or video, it captures a typical camera view and…

Safety Reminders for Storm Debris Burning

…burns. To accommodate residents’ needs, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has extended the traditional beginning of its summer burn ban in Troup County. The annual burn ban will, instead, begin…

Deadline Approaching for GA Timber Harvesters and Counties

…counties need, and for counties to track harvesting activities for their records.” Georgia counties requiring timber harvest notifications, along with timber harvesters, now use the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) website…

What I Did On My Summer Vacation…

…great focus on the career paths, experience, and training needed and how to get your foot in the door. Not all students are college-bound, but that doesn’t mean they can’t…

Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws

…zones and neighborhoods. Many complaints are received when the smoke settles. It also may reduce visibility on roads for the traveling public and cause motor vehicle accidents and injuries. Burning…