All 9-1-1 enthusiasts are acutely aware that the 118 firehouse is currently seeking a new leader. While it’s not our intention to remind you of this difficult transition, it’s a reality following the heart-wrenching passing of Peter Krause’s character, Bobby Nash. In a preview of tonight’s gripping episode, Angela Bassett’s character, Athena Grant, is seen encouraging one of Bobby’s team members, Henrietta Wilson (Aisha Hinds), to step forward and consider taking on the captaincy. During a candid moment over a glass of wine, Athena passionately asserts that having Hen as captain would be the best move for the 118. However, Hen is reluctant and embodies the essence of a true leader by expressing her hesitance to accept the role.

But that’s not the only intense situation unfolding in the penultimate episode of Season 8. According to a teaser from a local newscaster, “methane is on tap” in Los Angeles, creating a hazardous environment where fire erupts from household faucets. With grief set aside, the firefighting team is forced to spring into action, racing against time to extinguish the dangerous flames and ensure the safety of the community before it’s too late.