Wildfires on the Rise in Georgia
…statewide. “A cell phone and a hose are critical tools to keep close by when using fire outdoors,” said Sorrells. “Never be afraid to call 911 if your fire escapes….
High Fire Danger Impacts Outdoor Burning
…on hand such as water, a shovel and a cell phone. “Never hesitate to call 911, and never leave your fire unattended” Sorrells said. The 54 counties whose EPD summer…
Special Team Dispatched to Spread Fire Safety Alerts
…always have a shovel, water source and cell phone on hand. “Never be shy about calling 911,” Wiles said. “Resources are at hand and these fires burn fast and hot….
Taxes & Estate Planning
…January through March quarter is April 15th). Timberland owners who sell timber within one or more tax years should be aware of estimated tax payment requirements. If you do not…
Outstanding GFC Employees Honored by State Legislators
…98.75 and helping remodel the GFC Chattahoochee office. The GFC Baker/Mitchell Unit was chosen as the South Zone County Unit of the Year. Unit employees tackled extraordinary circumstances in the…
Sirex Woodwasp in Georgia
…of pines could be impacted including several of tremendous commercial importance: Loblolly (Pinus taeda), Shortleaf (Pinus echinata), and Slash (Pinus elliottii). Sirex noctilio has the potential to use Georgia’s southern…
GFC Seedling Sales Open!
…sell out early, however, so it’s wise to get a jump start now. Once again, the Georgia Forestry Commission is offering genetically improved loblolly, slash and shortleaf pine seedlings. If…
GFC Seeking Director/State Forester
…of Natural Resources, Georgia Conservancy, Georgia Farm Bureau, Southeastern Wood Producers Association, National Wild Turkey Federation, Natural Resource Conservation Service, Environmental Protection Division, GA State Firefighter’s Association, UGA Warnell School…
North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Ends September 30
…by clearing flammable material and vegetation from around the fire area, and have a shovel, water and cell phone on hand. Never leave a fire unattended. “The Georgia Forestry Commission…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 1, 2020
…near Hog Pen Gap Slight changes off Richard Russell Scenic Highway, looking south in White County NORTHEAST: Bright sunny days and cool nights spur on the change and the trusty…
