Trenton-Dade County Fire

05/29/2026

05/22/2026

THE NWS HAS ISSUED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR JACKSON AND DEKALB CO UNTIL 4:00 EST.

05/16/2026

We are pleased to announce that two of our Explorers have successfully graduated from high school. Notably, these individuals are also on the cusp of completing their Firefighter 1, Hazmat Awareness, and Hazmat Operations certifications, with one having additionally completing his EMT class. Our department takes pride in their achievements and looks forward to their continued success in their chosen career path.

05/06/2026

Good afternoon,
The National Weather Service out of Huntsville AL has issued a tornado watch for DeKalb County AL until 12 am est. And Dade County is under a Flood Watch from 4 pm today to until 8 am Thursday morning. Due to Dekalb County AL being our neighboring county, the Dade County Emergency Management will be open, and our three community shelters are for the public to use and they are currently open. Please Monitor the local weather as any storm approaches Dade County they can produce heavy rains and high winds which could cause trees to fall and block roadways or cause power lines to possible cause power outages. Please remember to check on your family, friends and neighbors and remember your emergency supplies during a storm event for you and your family. Please follow Dade County Emergency Management Facebook. Thank you.

04/27/2026

Challenge coin are now available for $10 each. Proceeds go to the Dade County Brotherhood. Reach out to any of the Dade County Firefighters from station 1 and station 4.

There will be a limited amount available.

04/26/2026

🔥 Wildfire Update – Georgia

Yesterday, the Georgia Forestry Commission responded to 15 new wildfires, burning 21.96 acres statewide.

This does not include:
• The Pineland Rd Fire, now estimated at 32,003 acres and 10% contained
• The Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County, now estimated at 20,933 acres and 7% contained

With ongoing drought conditions and no significant rainfall in sight, wildfire activity remains elevated across Georgia.

⚠️ Safety Reminders:
➡️ If you do not need to be in or near an active fire area, please stay out
➡️ 🚁 No drones — flying drones near wildfires is illegal and can ground firefighting aircraft
➡️ Use caution on roadways where smoke may be present
➡️ Follow all instructions from local officials, including road closures and any potential evacuations

We know these fires are impacting communities across Georgia, and we are thinking of those facing uncertainty and loss. Please continue to follow guidance from local officials—your safety is the top priority.

We’re grateful for the firefighters and first responders working tirelessly, and for the strong support from our local, state, and federal partners and communities.

📲 Stay informed:
https://gatrees.org/current-wildfire-information-and-resources/

Fighting fire. Protecting forests. Serving Georgia.

04/25/2026

04/22/2026

The Georgia Forestry Commission has issued a Burn Ban that covers 91 counties. Current wildfire locations are showed on this map as well. Please refrain from burning outdoors. Follow all local guidance and restrictions and be extremely cautious with anything that could create a spark.

Visit https://gatrees.org/state-forester-issues-burn-ban-for-south-georgia/ to read the Georgia Forestry Commission’s press release.