Georgia Arson Control

Congratulations to LCFR Deputy Chief/Fire Marshal Mark Maskule on receiving the James W. "Jim" Swindell Scholarship from the Georgia Fire Investigators Association!

Named in honor of one of Georgia's most respected leaders in fire investigation, the Jim Swindell Scholarship recognizes a commitment to professional development and excellence in the fire investigation field. Receiving this scholarship is a reflection of Deputy Chief Maskule's dedication to advancing his knowledge and continuing to serve the residents of Lowndes County with the highest level of professionalism.

Congratulations, Deputy Chief Maskule, on this well-deserved recognition! We are proud to have you representing Lowndes County Fire Rescue.

This past week in Savannah, I was blessed to receive a Georgia Fire Investigator’s Association Honorary Life Member Award. The meaning of this recognition does not fall lightly on my heart and I will continue to do all I can for the Association and its members.

Spending the next 2 days with this amazing group of investigators!

Great turn out at the Northeast Fire Investigators Association in Calhoun to hear Jerry Carter talk about court room preparation.

The East Central Fire Investigators had a great evidence collection class yesterday in Louisville, GA. Thank you to Doug and Henry from FAST Lab for making us better!

Today was my 10 year anniversary with GAC. Time flies when you’re having fun. Here are a few memories.

Getting ready for the School Resource Officer Conference in Columbus at the beautiful and historic Iron Works Convention Center.

My position with Georgia Arson Control has led me to meet many amazing and wonderful people. Recently, I came in contact with a group of ladies in Houston County. They make quilts. Not to sell, but to give away to people suffering from a fire. They have been donating quilts to Houston County and other local fire departments for some time now. I have been blessed to help deliver some of their love to Fire Departments in North Georgia. Thank you to the Firehouse Quilters of Houston County! The ripples of your compassion towards fire victims has no boundaries.

Seminole County Fire Chief, Kale King, looking over the digital camera kit that was awarded to his department through the Fire Investigator Equipment Grant Program sponsored by GAC.

For information about the Fire Investigator Equipment Grant Program you can go to our website: georgiaarsoncontrol.org or call Consultant Ken LeCroy at 770-361-9680.

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.