VDOF issues warning about ashes Timothy Martin November 14, 2012 1 minute read The Virginia Department of Forestry says hot ashes from fireplaces and wood stoves caused several wildland fires across Virginia this past weekend. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has more on how to safely dispose of those ashes. Share: Post navigation Previous: Police hope photos, video lead them to melee shooting suspectsNext: Another I-81 detour tonight, but another step forward when it ends Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026