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Statewide Burn Ban in Effect Amid COVID-19 Crisis
At the request and advice of the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC), Gov. Tate Reeves has signed a proclamation initiating a statewide burn ban, with no exemptions, effective immediately. The burn ban will remain in effect until further notice.
Read MoreGood Fires Help Prevent Bad Ones
March is Mississippi Wildfire Prevention Month In late February, Gov. Tate Reeves issued a proclamation naming March as “Wildfire Prevention […]
Read MoreMississippi Wildfire Prevention Month Proclaimed
Gov. Tate Reeves has proclaimed March as “Wildfire Prevention Month” in Mississippi, announced the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC).
Read More2020 Arbor Day Signed Proclamation
By a proclamation from Gov. Reeves, Mississippi will recognize Arbor Day on Friday, February 14, and February 14-21 as Tree Planting Week.
Read MorePlant Some Love This Valentine’s Day
The Mississippi Forestry Commission is encouraging all Mississippians to participate in Arbor Day on February 14 by planting new trees on their property or in their community.
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