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Winter could bring
wildfires
Every year, Fayette County
faces a threat of wildfires during the winter months, which is the seasonal
time for wildfires.
Many thoughts about raging wildfires are associated with areas out west
or in Florida and that nothing like that could ever happen here in Georgia.
The truth is, given the “right” conditions those fires cannot
only occur in Fayette County, but are happening right now and the threat
grows more intense everyday Georgia’s drought continues.
Preventative measures can be taken to reduce the devastating losses caused
by wildfire. For the homeowner, cleaning off roofs, cleaning out gutters,
planting fire resistant plant material and maintaining “green belts,”
can protect your home.
For more information, contact the Georgia Forestry Commission at 770-254-7218.
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