Brooks County Fire Department

05/26/2026

🚨Incident Alert - Residential Structure Fire 🚨

On Monday, May 25th, around 5pm, the BCFD was dispatched to a residential structure fire in the 1000 Block of Tillman Road in the Pavo-Sandhill area. Brooks County Fire units arrived on scene to a single story residential structure with heavy fire and smoke conditions coming through the roof.

Through effective teamwork, strategy, and tactics, the BCFD and QFD successfully extinguished the fire. The fire was contained to the attic/roof area. No injuries were reported.

🚒BCFD Units Assigned - Engine 10, Engine 20, Engine 12, Tanker 10, Tanker 9, Tanker 12, BC-1, BC-2

🚒🚓🚑Other Agencies Assigned - Quitman Fire Department Engine 2, Brooks County Sheriff’s Office, SGMC EMS, Colquitt EMC

05/25/2026

Today, Brooks County Fire Department honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We remember their courage, dedication, and selfless service to our country. May we never forget those who gave everything so we could enjoy the freedoms we have today. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

🚨Incident Alert - Residential Structure Fire 🚨 Brooks County Fire Units are currently responding to a residential structure fire located off Old Madison Highway. Travelers are advised to avoid the area.

🚨 Incident Update🚨

The scene has been cleared with no injuries reported. Brooks County Fire Department responded with Engine 10, Engine 20, Tanker 10, Tanker 12, BC2 and BC1 with a total of 8 personnel.

SGMC EMS🚑, Quitman PD🚓, and Quitman Fire Dept.🚒 assisted with the scene as well.

05/12/2026

🔥 BURN RESTRICTIONS LIFTED EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY 🔥

The Brooks County Fire Department announces that burn restrictions for Brooks County have been lifted effective immediately due to the recent rainfall and improved weather conditions across the area.

Residents may now resume outdoor burning activities; however, we strongly encourage everyone to continue using extreme caution and safe burning practices at all times. Even with recent rain, dry vegetation and changing weather conditions can still create dangerous fire situations if burns are not properly monitored.
Before conducting any outdoor burning, please take the following safety precautions:

✅ Always remain with your fire until it is completely extinguished
✅ Keep a water hose, buckets of water, or other firefighting tools nearby
✅ Clear the area around the burn site of dry grass, leaves, and debris
✅ Do not burn during windy or dry conditions
✅ Keep fires a safe distance away from homes, vehicles, fences, woods, and other structures
✅ Avoid burning large piles that cannot be safely controlled
✅ Make sure all fires are fully extinguished before leaving the area

The Brooks County Fire Department also reminds residents to follow all Georgia Forestry Commission regulations and local ordinances regarding outdoor burning. Certain materials remain prohibited from being burned, including household garbage, tires, hazardous materials, and other unlawful items.

As conditions continue to change throughout the season, burn restrictions may be reinstated if necessary to protect lives, property, and natural resources.

We appreciate the cooperation and support of our community during the recent burn restrictions and thank everyone for helping keep Brooks County safe.

If you experience an emergency or an out-of-control fire, call 911 immediately 🚨

05/11/2026

‼️Temporary Burn Restrictions for Brooks County🔥PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING‼️

Brooks County is under burn restrictions temporarily until drought conditions improve. All open burning of yard debris, including leaves, limbs, grass, and other vegetative matter, is hereby restricted within the unincorporated area of Brooks County effective February 11, 2026. No person shall ignite or allow the burning of yard debris outdoors.

Exemptions from the burn restrictions are the following:

• controlled burns conducted by government agencies or authorized personnel for forestry or public safety purposes

• fires used for cooking in approved grills or fire pits, provided they are attended and comply with applicable safety regulations

• agricultural or forestry burns conducted under a valid permit and in accordance with state law and Georgia Forestry Commission guidelines

05/11/2026

🚨Incident Alert- Residential Structure Fire 🚨

Brooks County Fire Dept was dispatched to a reported structure fire off of Boundary St. Please avoid the area while traveling.

05/01/2026

04/28/2026

🗣️Commercial Structure Fire Update - 04/29/26:
Brooks County Fire Department was dispatched to Commercial Structure Fire for automatic aid to assist the City of Quitman Fire Department. Fire units arrived scene to a commercial building with fire and smoke coming through the roof in the back side of the building. Brooks County assisted Quitman Fire in fire suppression, incident command and salvage/overhaul operations. No injuries are reported.

We would like to extend a very big thank you to the City of Valdosta Fire Department & Lowndes County Fire/Rescue for sending units to assist with this incident.

This incident shows how valuable an automatic aid agreement is to have in place. Throughout this incident all personnel showed great teamwork and determination!

🚒Brooks County Fire sent 14 fire personnel, 3 Engines, 1 Tanker and 2 command units🚒

04/28/26: ‼️Brooks County is currently on scene of a commercial structure fire in the area Holloway Drive and North Highland Road‼️

The fire is under control and no injuries are reported‼️Avoid the area at all possible‼️

04/22/2026

🔥 Burn Ban in Effect – Brooks County, Georgia 🔥
The Brooks County Fire Department is advising all residents that a burn ban is now in effect due to the State of Georgia and Brooks County suspending all outdoor burning.
🚫 No outdoor burning is allowed at this time, including:
Yard debris
Land clearing burns
Agricultural burns
Any open outdoor flames
Current weather conditions have created an increased risk for wildfires, and this ban is necessary to protect our community, property, and first responders.
⚠️ Violations of the burn ban may result in fines and other penalties.
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping Brooks County safe. Please continue to follow official updates for changes to this restriction.

If you see a fire please contact the following!

Brooks County Fire Department - 229-263-1048
Brooks County 911/Dispatch - 229-263-4262 or 911

04/12/2026

Let’s work together to make this a safe and unforgettable night for the right reasons.