After the heart-pounding One Chicago crossover event, Firehouse 51 is back to business—saving lives in the Windy City. But that doesn’t mean the action slows down. In a new sneak peek from Chicago Fire Season 13, Episode 13 (“Born of Fire”), Severide and Cruz take on a daring rescue that could change everything.
A Thrill Seeker in Trouble
The clip opens at an adventure park, where Firehouse 51 responds to an emergency—a thrill seeker is stuck mid-air, choking. With little information to go on, Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) and Joe Cruz (Joe Miñoso) jump into action, quickly assessing the scene and using ropes to reach the victim. Time is running out, and their only option is to improvise a daring rescue before it’s too late.
This intense moment not only highlights Severide and Cruz’s quick thinking, but it also inspires Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo) to push for a new initiative—creating a ropes course for Girls on Fire, her program dedicated to training young women in firefighting skills.
Big Changes for Severide & Kidd
Severide’s expertise in high-risk rescues has always made him a leader at Firehouse 51, but lately, he’s also been facing major decisions in his personal life. In the aftermath of the crossover chaos and a heartfelt visit from her cousin in Episode 12 (“Relief Cut”), Kidd dropped a life-changing revelation on Severide—she wants to expand their family.
However, in a surprising twist, Kidd admitted she isn’t sure about getting pregnant but is absolutely certain about wanting a family with Severide. She suggested adoption as an option, mirroring the way her aunt once took her in as a child.
Severide’s reaction? After a brief pause, he smiled and agreed:
“I think that sounds… just right.”
As the season progresses, this emotional storyline will continue to unfold, shaping the future of one of Chicago Fire’s most beloved couples.
Family Ties and Tough Choices
Family has always been a huge theme on Chicago Fire, and it’s not just Severide and Kidd navigating major changes. Fellow firefighter Joe Cruz has been dealing with his own struggles, particularly when it comes to protecting his younger brother, Leon (Jeff Lima).
While Cruz has always viewed Firehouse 51 as his second family, his loyalty to his brother has recently put him in difficult situations. Actor Joe Miñoso teased that Cruz’s protective instincts will lead him to confront some inner demons in the coming episodes.
“There’s not many people that can say they’ve had as much success in life, even with the demons that we’re about to explore in the next couple of episodes,” Miñoso shared. “He’s had a pretty charmed life, but he’s about to face some tough challenges.”
With intense rescues, emotional revelations, and major life decisions ahead, Chicago Fire continues to deliver high-stakes drama while exploring the personal journeys of its heroes.
What’s next for Firehouse 51? Will Severide and Kidd move forward with adoption? And how will Cruz handle his latest struggles? Tune in Wednesdays on NBC to find out.
