Event:
Fire Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 8:20am
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 7:47am
Instruction:
Protect Yourself:
Stay indoors when smoke is heavy
Keep windows and doors closed
Limit outdoor activity
Use A/C on recirculate if available
Wear an N95 mask if outdoors for extended periods
Do NOT burn debris or yard waste. Avoid any activity that could cause sparks, including improperly discarding cigarette butts. With current drought conditions, even a small spark can start a dangerous wildfire.
Many areas are experiencing reduced visibility due to smoke. Please use extra caution while driving.
Lowndes Co: Smoke impacting Lowndes. No active fire threat. Burn ban is being enforced.
Lowndes Co: Smoke from regional wildfires may impact the area. No active fire threat locally. Burn ban in effect for unincorporated areasviolations will be cited, no warnings. Avoid outdoor burning and anything that may cause sparks. Limit outdoor activity if smoke is heavy.
Area Description:
Lowndes County
Forcast Office:
GALowndesCountyEmergencyManagementAgency
Sender:
GALowndesCountyEmergencyManagementAgency