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 New FEMA map may change your need for flood insurance Denise Membreno February 24, 2026 0 VWCC, MGCC team up for joint CDL program, looking to grow professional driver workforce Gene Marrano February 24, 2026 0 The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility Gene Marrano February 23, 2026 0