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Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried and the Florida Forest Service today announced that 40 grants had been completed and paid out to volunteer fire departments in counties impacted by Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried & Florida Forest Service Distribute $664,000 for Volunteer Fire Departments Impacted by Hurricane Michael
The Florida Forest Service today announced actions being taken to ensure the safety of the public and state employees during the COVID-19 outbreak. [Read more…] about Florida Forest Service Closes Campgrounds, Halts Tours in Response to COVID-19
The Florida Forest Service is currently battling a 180-acre wildfire in Volusia County, and is encouraging motorists and residents to remain clear of the area. [Read more…] about Florida Forest Service Battling 180-acre Wildfire in Volusia County
The Florida Forest Service, Withlacoochee Forestry Center in conjunction with the Southwest Florida Water Management District is planning a large aerial prescribed burn for Thursday and Friday February 13th & 14th, 2020 on state lands. [Read more…] about Florida Forest Service and Southwest Florida Water Management District Plan Large Aerial Prescribed Fire
Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried today announced two new leadership appointments for the Florida Forest Service. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried Appoints New State Leadership for Florida Forest Service
The Florida Forest Service is encouraging Floridians to dispose of Christmas trees safely. [Read more…] about Fire Safety Tips: Christmas Tree Disposal
State Forester and Director of the Florida Forest Service Jim Karels has been named to the Florida Foresters Hall of Fame. [Read more…] about Director of Florida Forest Service Named to Florida Foresters Hall of Fame
The Florida Forest Service will host a tree distribution on Saturday, October 12 in Bristol. [Read more…] about Florida Forest Service to Host Tree Distribution for Communities Impacted by Hurricane Michael
The Florida Forest Service is highlighting the dangers associated with wildfire, encouraging Floridians to prioritize wildfire prevention and preparation during National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6 – 12. [Read more…] about Florida Forest Service Highlights National Fire Prevention Week
The Florida Forest Service is urging Floridians to exercise caution as record high temperatures and dry conditions are expected to continue throughout the state, elevating the fire danger level. [Read more…] about Florida Forest Service Urges Caution as Dry Conditions Elevate Wildfire Threat
