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 Roanoke County Police investigating after multi-vehicle crash on Franklin Road Clark Palmer February 2, 2026 0 Ella Langley to perform at the Salem Civic Center in June Clark Palmer February 2, 2026 0 Roanoke revises trash schedule, urges sidewalk clearing after storm Ian Price February 2, 2026 0