Recap of Fire Country Season 4 Episode 1 “Goodbye for Now”: aftermath of the Zabel Ridge fire, cast shakeups, emotional reveals, and what to expect as Season 4 ignites.

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Fire Country Season 4 Episode 1 (“Goodbye for Now”) Recap: What You Need to Know

Season 4 of Fire Country kicks off with “Goodbye for Now,” an emotionally charged premiere that directly addresses the fallout from the Zabel Ridge fire. Old wounds reopen, loyalties are tested, and the station faces a future that may be more fragile than ever.

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 The Aftermath of Zabel Ridge

The episode opens in the immediate aftermath of the devastating Zabel Ridge fire. Station 42 is reeling from the physical destruction and emotional toll. Firefighters check on missing gear, shaken teammates, and weigh the cost — both to the land and their own morale.

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 Character Arcs and Tension

• Bode Leone struggles with his role after recent events. The weight of responsibility feels heavier, especially with new expectations from the Cal Fire hierarchy and his own team.

• Manny Perez faces consequences for his past decisions. The episode teases fallout in his relationships and whether he’ll be able to redeem himself under intense scrutiny.

• Jake Crawford, Sharon Leone, and others show cracks in their confidence as they try to balance protocol with doing what feels right in crisis.

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