Georgia Burn Notification Law Changing
…notification to the county forest ranger and a permit IS still required for these activities. “Escaped debris burning is the number one cause of wildfire in Georgia,” said Georgia Forestry…
“We follow in the footsteps of great aviators…”: GFC Air Ops Unit in History
…that. People call me “sir,” and my knees hurt when I walk. Despite my shock that time has not stood still for me, I am very proud to have developed…
New Rules in Effect as North Georgia Burn Ban is Lifted
…reduce the chance of escaped fire, which is the leading cause of wildfire in our state. It is important to also note that local county or city ordinances supersede these…
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 17th, 2021
…– brown with significant leaf loss Birch – fading to brown and yellow Yellow-poplar – most of the leaves have dropped. Redbud – fading to yellow Sourwood – most of…
New Website Improves the Timber Harvest Notification Process in Georgia
…A special timber harvest ordinance working group lead by the Georgia Forestry Association developed bill specifics, including increased fines for harvesters who fail to notify the county in which they…
Wildfire Danger Elevated Across Georgia
…said. “Burning during high wildfire danger conditions would go directly against that requirement, and wildfires resulting from escaped debris burns could result in serious consequences.” Georgians must follow the laws…
High-flying Tools for Fire – and More!
…The Ignis system is a hopper filled with spheres, also known as “dragon eggs,” that contain potassium permanganate, which can be dropped in precise increments across a burn unit. This…
New School Year – New Tools to Learn About Natural Resources
…Standards of Excellence (GSE). “A Tree’s Dream” is one of our many resources developed in partnership with other states across the Southeast. Career planning tools are also available. “Green Careers”…
Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
…requirements of burners, who are responsible for their fires and any damage an escaped fire may cause. The requirements specify safety measures that must be taken to decrease the chance…
Carbon Registry
…growers have been developed in Georgia, California, Maine, Oregon, and in other parts of the world. Companies such as utilities cost-share tree planting or reforestation in exchange for “carbon credits,”…
