
As the firefighters, rescue squad and paramedics of Chicago Firehouse 51 forge headfirst into danger, the choices they make can mean the difference between life and death. But from the relentless pressure of saving lives, an extended family is forged. When it's go time, Firehouse 51 lays it all on the line for each other. This high-octane drama from Executive Producer Dick Wolf offers an edge-of-your-seat view into the lives of everyday heroes committed to one of America's noblest professions.

Casey gets off on the wrong foot with a new chief; Casey makes a risky move to save a man threatening to jump off a building; Mouch flies in Cruz's brother Leon as a birthday surprise; Brett learns new information about her friend Hope.

While running a secret errand, Dawson finds herself trapped in a collapsed parking structure; pressure mounts on Casey as he begins taking on additional duties; Kidd grows increasingly skeptical of Hope.

Casey and Severide find themselves at odds after Casey argues about how to save a teenager entangled in barbed wire; Otis tries to convince Casey to participate in the beta test for an expensive piece of new firefighting equipment.

Kidd is surprised to discover she is being transferred out of the firehouse; Severide and Casey are suspicious and investigate; Otis and Herrmann discuss taking over a rundown bar; Dawson's frustration with her father reaches a boiling point.