Mulch danger: sometimes it just catches fire by itself Evan Jones April 9, 2012 1 minute read When you think of fire dangers, you might not think of mulch, but fire officials say it can create big problems this time of year. Sometimes you don’t even need a match; the mulch just starts burning by itself. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/04-09-Mulch-Wrap1-WEB.mp3|titles=04-09 Mulch Wrap1-WEB] Share: Post navigation Previous: Seniors change driving habits, survey saysNext: We’re not yet out of frost danger to your plants Related Stories Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026 Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026