SC’s wildfire prevention team seeks state aid to keep educating homeowners

SC’s wildfire prevention team seeks state aid to keep educating homeowners

Members of the South Carolina Forestry Commission work to put out the Carolina Forest fire that started on Saturday, March 1. (Photo courtesy of South Carolina Forest Commision)COLUMBIA— A three-person team leading wildfire prevention education throughout South Carolina may be in jeopardy at a time when wildfire risks are increasing. The Forestry Commission requested $345,000 in the 2025-26 state budget to cover the salaries and benefits of thre…