A Look Back at GFC in 2021
…forest economy has always been a priority. Our pledge is to continue leading the way. From all of us at GFC, we wish you a safe, happy and successful 2022!…
Fire Danger Rising – Public’s Help Needed
…Sorrells said it’s unsafe to burn outdoors when relative humidity is lower than 35% or when winds are higher than 10 miles per hour. Don’t burn if there hasn’t been…
North Georgia Burn Ban Boosts Air Quality
…to keep Georgians and their property safe.” The burn ban will be in effect from May 1-September 30, 2022. The 54 Georgia counties affected are: Banks, Barrow, Bartow, Bibb, Butts,…
In the Saddle of Unsung Heroes: Cross-training as a Wildland Firefighter
…uncontrolled. We also must ensure that our squad and lives are kept safe in the process. Getting so close to the fire and seeing its volatility and power gave me…
How Fire Earns GOOD Marks in the Forest
…Williams said. “The bottom line is that prescribed burning is a safe way to apply a natural process, ensure the health of Georgia’s ecosystems and reduce the risk of wildfire.”…
A Message from GFC Director Tim Lowrimore
…state and its forestry community need. This trust and support motivates us to continue to be better…the best is yet to come! Wishing you a safe, healthy and abundant 2023!…
North GA Burn Ban to be Lifted October 1
…can be found at GaTrees.org/burn-permits-and-notifications/. Separate notification procedures are required of practitioners conducting prescribed burns. For more information about safe burning and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
Natural Disaster Recovery
…keeps citizens safe and protects valuable urban forest canopy in the event of a natural disaster. Page on GFC Website Urban Forest Strike Team This video outlines the work of…
Fire Weather
Monitor Wildfire Conditions The GFC Fire Weather System provides area fire weather forecasts. The state is divided into ten forecast areas to provide the most accurate local information. View Fire…
Incident Command System
The ICS is managed by the National Interagency Incident Management System (NIIMS). It gets agencies on the same page by: integrating common communication terminology providing training systemizing qualifications supporting technology…
