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April 26, 2026

Burn Ban In Place As Georgia Wildfires Raise Concerns

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As wildfires continue to burn in parts of Georgia, local officials in Chattooga County are taking steps to reduce fire danger closer to home.

Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen put a countywide burn ban in place last Thursday at noon. The ban includes all outdoor burning and will remain in effect until May 1, 2026, when the Georgia EPD’s annual summer burn ban takes effect.

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division’s summer open burning ban runs from May 1 through September 30 and includes Chattooga County. The EPD says the ban is aimed at reducing air pollution during the summer ozone season.

The local ban comes as Georgia officials respond to major wildfire activity, especially in South Georgia. Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency for 91 counties this week due to ongoing wildfires and extreme drought conditions.

Fire officials are urging residents to avoid outdoor burning, properly dispose of cigarettes, and use caution with anything that could spark a fire.

April 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Showers And Storms Possible Across Northwest Georgia Into Next Week

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Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, is expected to see several days of unsettled weather as showers and thunderstorms move through the region over the coming week.

April 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – April 25, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, April 25, 2026:

April 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – April 24, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 24, 2026:

April 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hazy Skies, Fire Danger Continue Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia As Rain Chances Increase

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Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia will continue to deal with hazy skies today as wildfire smoke drifts north from South Georgia and North Florida. The smoke may create milky-looking skies and could lead to reduced air quality in some areas, especially where winds remain lighter.

April 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hazy Skies And Fire Danger Raise Concerns Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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A stretch of hazy, dry, and unseasonably warm weather is gripping Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia, as wildfire smoke drifting north from South Georgia and Florida continues to impact air quality and visibility across the region.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dry Weather Raises Fire Concerns Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and the wider Northwest Georgia region can expect several more days of warm, dry weather, increasing the risk for outdoor fires through the end of the workweek.

April 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Cold Front Brings Light Rain, Elevated Fire Danger To Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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A cold front moved into Northwest Georgia early Sunday, bringing only limited rainfall to Chattooga County and surrounding areas. While a few scattered showers passed through during the morning hours, most communities across the region are expected to receive very little rain, with many spots seeing less than a tenth of an inch. Even in the areas that pick up the most rainfall, totals are not expected to be enough to make a meaningful dent in the ongoing dry conditions.

April 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – April 17, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 17, 2026:

April 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dangerous Fire Conditions As Hot Dry Weather Continues

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Chattooga County and the rest of Northwest Georgia are once again under heightened fire weather concerns as dangerously dry conditions and unusually hot temperatures continue through Saturday.