The long-awaited news has finally arrived, and Fire Country fans can officially breathe a sigh of relief. After a tense midseason hiatus that left viewers clinging to a massive cliffhanger, CBS has confirmed that the hit drama will return with new episodes on Friday, February 27, 2026. This announcement brings an end to a nearly 10-week “winter break” that began after the explosive fall finale on December 19, 2025.
The extended hiatus was a strategic move by the network, primarily driven by the broadcast schedule of the 2026 Winter Olympics. To avoid the inconsistent airings that often plague shows during major global sporting events, CBS opted to hold the back half of Season 4 until the conclusion of the Games. This decision ensures that once the series returns, fans can enjoy a steady, uninterrupted run of episodes leading all the way to the season finale in May.
The anticipation for the return is at an all-time high following the events of the fall finale, “Who Owns the Dirt.” The episode left the Edgewater crew in a “boiling point” situation, featuring a volatile turf war between Station 42 and neighboring Drake County, set against the backdrop of a dangerous red-flag fire warning. When the show resumes in February, it is set to kick off with a massive two-part fire event that picks up exactly where the cliffhanger left off, pushing Bode Leone, Sharon, and the rest of the team to their absolute breaking points.
Adding to the excitement, the midseason premiere will also see the return of Shawn Hatosy as Brett Richards. His comeback as the polarizing new battalion chief is expected to create significant friction within the station, especially as the investigation into the arson fire that killed Vince Leone deepens. With redemption, rivalry, and life-or-death stakes on the horizon, the next chapter of Fire Country promises to be its most intense yet.
