Pine needles could become a fire hazard

Fall is here and so is the large accumulation of leaves and pine needles. It’s best to clear your roof and gutters now before the snow renders them inaccessible.

Heat tape under a buildup of leaves or needles can start a roof fire.

South Tahoe Refuse will pick up all bagged leaves and pine needles left at the curbside on nor-mal trash pick up days.

— Sallie Ross-Filgo, SLTFD