Wow sick burn dude 🔥 Park staff performed a controlled burn at Panola Mountain State Park on Friday. The section of grassland next to Alexander Lake that was burned is home to a number of insect pollinator species and is equally important to several bird and mammal species. Controlled burns are safe applications of a natural process which ensures ecosystem health and reduces wildfire risk. To find out more about the benefits of controlled burns, visit the Georgia Forestry Commission website or

Fighting fire with fire – the art of controlled burning. Control burns, also known as prescribed fires, are powerful tools firefighters use to protect our forests, wildlife, and communities before wildfires can rage out of control. By carefully planning and managing these fires under expert supervision, dangerous fuels like dry grass and deadwood are cleared safely, ensuring healthier forests and safer landscapes. With a range of techniques like backing fires, flanking fires, and strip head fire