Dry conditions worsen as ‘no burn’ remains in effect Tuesday, December 6 by Michael BrannonMONTGOMERY, Ala. - Since the beginning of October, a total of 1,028 wildfires have destroyed 11,232 acres across the state of Alabama according to the Alabama Forestry Commission. The situation is only getting worse as no rain is in sight in the immediate future.Governor... Read More.
Number of fires rising in Sylacauga in midst of drought Tuesday, December 6 by Jeremy LawSYLACAUGA, Ala. - Wildfires have been occurring throughout the southeast United States for the last few months. On Nov. 7, Gov. Robert Bentley placed all 67 counties in Alabama on a 'No Burn' order. The reason, according to Bentley, is an increase in wildfires... Read More.