Fire Breaks Out at Suffolk Home

One resident displaced after blaze on Westwood Drive

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A house fire broke out on Westwood Drive in Suffolk, Virginia on Monday evening around 8:30 p.m. The Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue responded and found heavy fire showing from the back of the single-story home. Crews were able to bring the fire under control by 9:05 p.m. One person who was inside the home at the time was able to exit safely, but will be displaced due to the incident.

Why it matters

House fires can pose a serious threat to public safety and result in significant property damage. This incident highlights the importance of fire prevention and the quick response of local emergency services in protecting residents.

The details

According to the Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue, the fire started in the kitchen of the home on Westwood Drive. Firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze within about 35 minutes of arriving on the scene.

  • The fire was reported around 8:30 p.m. on Monday, February 17, 2026.
  • Firefighters brought the fire under control by 9:05 p.m. the same evening.

The players

Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue

The local fire department that responded to and extinguished the house fire on Westwood Drive.

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What’s next

The cause of the fire is still under investigation by the Suffolk Fire Marshal's Office.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for residents to be vigilant about fire safety and to have an emergency plan in place in case of a home fire.