City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue

City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue City of Suffolk's Department of Fire & Rescue protect over 430 square miles of urban, suburban, village and waterfront area in the southeast portion of VA.

For an effective and safe response to swift-water emergencies, Suffolk Fire & Rescue maintains a highly trained and well...
09/06/2026

For an effective and safe response to swift-water emergencies, Suffolk Fire & Rescue maintains a highly trained and well-equipped Water Rescue–Technical Rescue Team (TRT) prepared to respond to water-related incidents.
Recently, members of Suffolk’s TRT conducted swift-water rescue training on the Roanoke River in Weldon, North Carolina, strengthening their skills to maintain a high level of proficiency and readiness.
Ongoing, training ensures our team is highly prepared to respond safely, effectively, and confidently when swift-water emergencies occur

Working Fire: 300 Block York StreetSUFFOLK, Virginia (September 6, 2026): At 6:23 a.m., Suffolk Emergency Communications...
09/06/2026

Working Fire: 300 Block York Street

SUFFOLK, Virginia (September 6, 2026): At 6:23 a.m., Suffolk Emergency Communications dispatched City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue for a residential structure fire in the 300 block of York Street. At 6:26 a.m., Battalion 1 arrived and reported smoke showing from a single-story residential structure.

Engine 2 and Engine 1 deployed handlines into the home, and crews located fire in the attic. Rescue 1 and Ladder 3 conducted searches of the home and confirmed all occupants were outside at the time firefighters arrived. The fire was reported under control at 6:38 a.m. There were no injuries as a result of the fire. Two adults and two children are displaced due to the fire and are receiving assistance from family. The Suffolk Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause and origin of the fire.

Responding units were Battalion 1, Car 10, Engine 1, Engine 2, Engine 3, EMS 1, Ladder 3, Medic 3, Rescue 1 and Safety 1.

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Faces of SFR!
09/05/2026

Faces of SFR!

09/05/2026

Thank you to City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue’s SFF Andrew Everson for producing this video capturing Swift Water Rescue Technician Class in North Carolina.

Vega is working this morning to ensure Ballard Stadium is safe for players and spectators. Good girl, Vega!
09/05/2026

Vega is working this morning to ensure Ballard Stadium is safe for players and spectators.
Good girl, Vega!

09/05/2026

City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue Engine 5 and Ladder 5 responding to a CFA from Fire Station 11.

Congratulations to City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue’s Master Firefighter David Poulson on his promotion to Li...
09/05/2026

Congratulations to City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue’s Master Firefighter David Poulson on his promotion to Lieutenant, effective September 7, 2026.

Today Teresa Mowry and Ben Barrett were issued their probationary helmet frontals and informed of their duty assignments...
09/03/2026

Today Teresa Mowry and Ben Barrett were issued their probationary helmet frontals and informed of their duty assignments as they completed their Hampton Roads Fire Academy requirements as a part of HRFA 88. Both are National Registry EMT Advanced providers and are now being assigned to Operations effective immediately.
SFR Master Medic/Firefighter Robert Barrett is Ben’s dad, and was proud to witness the presentation of his frontal and assignment.
Congratulations to you both!

09/03/2026

Home is where many older adults feel most comfortable, and MARC-1 can help them stay there safely and independently.

MARC-1 brings together a Suffolk Fire & Rescue paramedic and a behavioral health clinician from Western Tidewater Community Services Board. The team works with older adults and caregivers to identify their needs and connect them with resources that support aging in place.

Watch the video to learn how MARC-1 is helping Suffolk residents receive the care and support they need at home.

To enroll, visit www.suffolkva.us/MARC1.

Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWOoewKGqJQ.

For behavioral health support, call or text 988. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911.

Congratulations to Lieutenant Durand “Trane” Coltrane on his retirement after over 26 years of dedicated service.
08/30/2026

Congratulations to Lieutenant Durand “Trane” Coltrane on his retirement after over 26 years of dedicated service.

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300 Kings Fork Road
Suffolk, VA
23434

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