LEYDEN, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Bernardston and Leyden Fire Departments responded to reports of smoke coming from a shed at a Leyden residence on Brattleboro Road Tuesday afternoon.

Upon arrival, crews found a wood ash disposal pile smoldering next to a shed. The pile was extinguished and the shed was checked for extension.

Officials remind residents to be cautious in their disposal of ashes.