Department of Forestry is advising caution after several “false alarm” fire reports Ian Price November 9, 2016 1 minute read Forestry officials are asking people to only call 911 if they see a fire after numerous false alarms yesterday from people who smelled smoke. WFIR’s Ian Price has details: Share: Post navigation Previous: Goodlatte wins 13th term, says repealing Obamacare is high on his agendaNext: Deputies to grow beards, color hair for good cause 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