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id: 874becb337
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-13 09:49 EST
updated: 2026-11-13 14:59 EST
status: reported
outlets: 2
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# Suffolk Fire & Rescue plans to reduce firefighter workweeks

Suffolk Fire & Rescue announced a phased staffing plan to cut firefighters' 56-hour workweek to 48 hours, then 42 hours, with additional hiring.

Section: [Public Safety](/hampton-roads/section/safety.md) · Entities: [Suffolk Fire & Rescue](/hampton-roads/wiki/suffolk-fire-rescue.md)

## Coverage

- [Suffolk News-Herald](https://www.suffolknewsherald.com/news/suffolk-firefighters-could-see-shorter-workweeks-b74d9996), 2026-11-13 09:49 EST: Suffolk firefighters could see shorter workweeks
- [WAVY-TV 10 / FOX43](https://www.wavy.com/news/suffolk-fire-rescue-announce-commitment-to-staffing-enhancements-and-strategies/), 2026-11-13 14:59 EST: Suffolk Fire & Rescue announce commitment to staffing enhancements and strategies

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