Free ash cans available to residents in TDFPD

Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District has partnered with Kingsbury Hardware to provide ash cans to homeowners in the fire district for the safe disposal of hot ashes.

This program is available for free to district residents who use a wood burning appliance to heat their homes.

Improper disposal of hot ashes can be devastating. Jan. 19 marked the anniversary of the 2012 Washoe Drive Fire that destroyed 29 homes and charred 3,177 acres south of Reno. It was caused by the improper disposal of fireplace ashes.

To obtain a free ash can, go online, then under prevention print out an Ash Can Voucher. Vouchers are also available at Station 23 in Round Hill across from Safeway. Completed vouchers may be exchanged for an ash can at Kingsbury Hardware while supplies last.

Full ash cans be dumped at TDFPD Station No. 23, 193 Elks Point Road, Zephyr Cove, in the rear parking lot in a bright red dumpster.