Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2 is titled “Primary Search.” It will air on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 9:00 PM Eastern / 6:00 PM Pacific on NBC. You can stream it the next day on Peacock.

What Happened Before
In Episode 1, Firehouse 51 faced big changes:
- Stella had a hard loss with her baby and thought about adoption.
- Mouch became lieutenant after Herrmann stepped back.
- Ritter and Sam left the team.
- Pascal continued leading the station.
- A new firefighter Sal Vasquez joined the crew.
Episode 2 Story
“Primary Search” shows the team proving their skills and solving mysteries:
- Sal Vasquez works hard to earn trust. He wants to show he belongs at Firehouse 51.
- Violet and Lizzie Novak follow a puzzling clue about a patient’s strange condition.
- Herrmann tries to keep his bar, Molly’s, busy and making money.
- The team faces a search in a burning building. They look for hidden victims in tight spaces.

Sal’s Big Test
New firefighter Sal must prove he can handle the job. He trains on rescue gear, practices cutting through walls, and shows courage when time is short.
Medical Mystery
Paramedics Violet and Lizzie find a patient with a rare allergy. They must work quickly to figure out what triggers it before the reaction gets worse.
Molly’s Mission
After the fire, the crew heads to Molly’s, their favorite hangout. Herrmann worries the bar might lose money. He plans fun events and special drinks to bring customers back.
Characters to Watch
- Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney): Tough and caring lieutenant who helps train Sal.
- Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo): Brave firefighter coping with her loss as she helps the team.
- Christopher Herrmann (David Eigenberg): Kind chief who balances his firehouse role with running Molly’s.
- Violet Mikami (Hanako Greensmith): Smart paramedic on the medical mystery.
- Lyla “Lizzie” Novak (Jocelyn Hudon): New paramedic eager to learn and help.
- Sal Vasquez (Brandon Larracuente): Fresh recruit ready to prove himself.

Why You Should Watch?
“Primary Search” mixes:
- Action: A building collapse search.
- Teamwork: New and old members working together.
- Mystery: A medical puzzle that keeps you guessing.
- Heart: Moments at Molly’s that show friendship and hope.
Get ready for nail-biting rescues and warm firehouse moments. Tune in on Wednesday at 9/8c on NBC, or catch it on Peacock the next day!