Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia Fact Sheet
HWA is a serious pest of hemlock trees in Georgia. The aphid-like insect feeds on eastern and Carolina hemlock trees, eventually resulting in tree mortality. The very existence of the eastern and Carolina hemlock species is greatly threatened by HWA.
Falling Trees and the Integrity of Tree Root Systems
Generally, trees with structurally sound root systems do not fall, except during very high wind events. When trying to determine which trees have root systems that are prone to failure, answers hinge upon a number of factors.
Disaster Resource Center
The USDA Disaster Resource Center offers information about specific disasters and emergencies, how to prepare, recover, and help build long-term resilience, as well as information about USDA assistance during disaster events.
Sudden Oak Death (SOD) in Georgia
…Georgia Forestry Commission hosted a group of west coast nursery and regulatory officials to illustrate the risk of Phytophthora ramorum in our eastern forests. Steve Oak, USDA Forest Service, and…
GFC Board of Directors Meeting
03.27.2020 Board Meeting Agenda…
GFC’s Stance on Burning during the COVID-19 Pandemic (4/9/2020)
…impacts, such as smoke impacts on medical facilities; smoke impacts on individuals with preexisting medical conditions; and the statewide need to minimize any trigger event that would cause citizens to…
Howard E. Bennett Museum
…have the equipment and training needed to fight even the toughest wildfires. Near the front of the museum, visitors are welcomed by a beautiful mural that represents wildland firefighting. This…
GFC’s Stance on Respect and Discrimination
…we believe are appropriate given the facts and circumstances. The GFC family stands firmly on a foundation of inclusiveness and respect for all people at all times. The suggestion or…
Asian Longhorned Beetle
…it feeds inside the tree, eventually killing it (Figures 3 and 4). Figure 3: Asian longhorned beetle larva Figure 4: Asian longhorned beetle larval tunnels These larvae can overwinter in…
Virtual Meeting Brings Together Prescribed Fire Proponents
…Sonny Perdue. Their participation reflects the importance of Georgia’s fire program and its role as a national leader.” Registration for the highly anticipated event opened on Tuesday, September 8. Review…
