[s2e17] Careful What You Wish For -

: With Bobby Nash on temporary leave, Chimney (Howie Han) is promoted to interim Captain of the 118. While he is highly respected, the house struggles to adjust to his leadership style compared to Bobby’s established routine.

: Maddie Kendall handles calls from several previous callers—including survivors from the earthquake and Christmas episodes—which helps her find closure and reconsider her future at the dispatch center. [S2E17] Careful What You Wish For

: The episode concludes on a massive cliffhanger as Bobby and Athena realize a serial bomber is active in Los Angeles, setting the stage for the season finale. Critical Reception : With Bobby Nash on temporary leave, Chimney

: While many fans appreciate the high stakes, some IMDb users found the episode frustratingly "cringey" or overly dramatic, particularly regarding the script's focus on Maddie's "continuity cavalcade" of returning callers. : The episode concludes on a massive cliffhanger

Reviews generally praise the episode for its emotional weight but acknowledge its "downer" nature: