The newly released trailer for Chicago Fire’s upcoming episode strongly suggests a major character death, as Violet (Hanako Greensmith) is seen in tears. The Dick Wolf series has consistently delivered high-stakes drama, following the lives of the dedicated firefighters and paramedics of Firehouse 51. The show has never shied away from the devastating consequences of emergency work, and the latest promo for Chicago Fire season 13, episode 15, titled “Too Close,” hints that another tragic loss could be on the way.
A new trailer from NBC (via TV Promos) shows Chief Pascal (Dermot Mulroney) meeting a visibly distressed Violet in the hospital, seemingly about to deliver some heartbreaking news. The promo teases two life-or-death moments between Kelly Severide’s half-brother, Damon (Michael Bradway) and Lieutenant Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo), before begging the question: “Who doesn’t make it out alive?” Watch the full trailer below:
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The Chicago Fire trailer for “Too Close” sets up several dire situations that could result in a major death. In the promo, Damon calls, “Mayday! Mayday! I’m trapped,” while carrying a victim through a building full of fire. Elsewhere, Kidd rushes to push someone out of the way of an oncoming car, as Ritter (Daniel Kyri) screams for her to stop. Given that Chicago Fire’s Kidd and Severide are eagerly awaiting to hear back about their adoption plans, losing either of them would be devastating. Nonetheless, the full logline suggests it could be someone not on the force:
Kidd and Severide eagerly await big news; Pascal searches for the perfect anniversary gift.
Given the intense exchange between Violet and Pascal at the Gaffney Medical Center, it could be that the chief’s wife, Monica (KaDee Strickland), is the one in danger. While he was out looking for the perfect anniversary gift, something tragic might have happened to Monica instead. His reaction upon entering the hospital—notably, without his gear—suggests he could be fearing the worst. It certainly would be most heartbreaking for the chief’s wife to pass on their anniversary, but it doesn’t seem like anyone is getting out of the March 5 episode unscathed.
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The potential loss of a team member would have a massive impact on Firehouse 51. The team has endured numerous tragedies over the course of Chicago Fire’s 13-season run, but this particular death could hit especially hard. Kidd and Severide’s relationship has already been tested repeatedly, and losing Kidd or Damon now would devastate not just the one who survives but the entire house. If Monica is the one to perish on Chicago Fire, her death would force Chief Pascal to rely on his team in the aftermath.
