A Look Back at GFC in 2021
…stakeholders and all of our supporters. Thank you for all you’ve done for our agency over the past 12 months. You have helped the Georgia Forestry Commission move forward with…
Georgia Forestry Commission Names Athens Resident ‘Forester of the Year’
…with this award is very humbling and a huge compliment,” said Kastle. “I enjoy helping people and this gives me something more to live up to.” For more information about…
Recognizing the Value of ‘Good Forest Fires’
…January 30 through February 5, 2022. “The Georgia Forestry Commission works with thousands of private and public partners to help spread the word about ‘good fire,’” said Georgia Forestry Commission…
Certified Burners Early Permit System
…Executing your Prescribed Burn Below are a few resources for helping you plan and prepare for your next Prescribed Burn: Fire Weather Forecast Prescribed Burn Plan Smoke Management Plan V-Smoke…
Special Committee Tackles Carbon Credit Tracking in Georgia
…been seated to help build Georgia’s Sustainable Development Carbon Registry. The action will supplement Georgia’s existing voluntary Carbon Registry by tracking the amount of carbon stored in commercial construction projects…
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.
Wildfire Risk High as July Fourth Holiday Approaches
…build throughout Georgia, the Georgia Forestry Commission is reminding residents about the increasing risk of wildfire. “We need everybody’s help in keeping our communities and our forestlands safe,” said Georgia…
Berrien County Woods Arson Suspect Jailed
…their technology and air power, is amazing,” said Studstill. “It is good to know we have a partner we can count on to deliver quick results. We appreciate the help.”…
GFC Tracking Palmetto Berry Thieves
Blog by Stasia Kelly | Our Media Relations Specialist Landowners in 14 southeast Georgia counties have been seeking help from law enforcement as the theft of saw palmetto berries increases….
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