**Herrmann’s Chicago Fire Demotion: Can It Be Reversed?**

Two-time cancer survivor Joe Cruz has decided to leave Chicago Firehouse 51 and become a Lieutenant for District 4, but things don’t have to end this way for him. There’s still a chance for him to return to his beloved firehouse—but unfortunately, it will probably require tragedy to strike.

What’s Happening?

In a shocking twist, Joe Cruz has left his 13-year post at Chicago Firehouse 51 to become a Lieutenant for District 4. The television series Chicago Fire faces a dilemma to reverse the decision.

Where Is It Happening?

Chicago, Illinois.

When Did It Take Place?

The Season 13 finale.

How Is It Unfolding?

– Lieutenant Cruz returns to Firehouse 51 just as the station loses one of their own to the COVID-19 pandemic.
– “Your brother, your lieutenant, your friend”—Herrmann delivers an emotional speech at the fireman’s funeral.
– Herrmann pleads for a transfer back to Firehouse 51 in honor of his late friend—but his request is denied.
– Before leaving for his new assignment, Herrmann leans in one last time to kiss Brittany Lloyd.
– Herrmann’s squad later receives a call to a 10-50 for a downed fireman.

Quick Breakdown

– Herrmann is a firefighter who has overcome cancer twice.
– Herrmann leaves Chicago Firehouse 51 to become a Lieutenant for District 4.
– Lieutenant Cruz returns to the station and delivers a funeral speech after a Firehouse 51 member dies from COVID-19.
– Herrmann requests a transfer back to Firehouse 51—but is denied.

Key Takeaways

The series Chicago Fire sees a shocking departure in the Season 13 finale when Joe Cruz, a two time cancer-survivor, is transferred from Chicago Firehouse 51. When Lieutenant Joe Cruz returns to firehouse 51, he delivers one of the series’ most emotional funerals, honoring the legacy of sidebar Selena Dawson, whose death likely resulted from complications from COVID-19. Herrmann turns the sidebars over to Captain Mick observar and leaves the firehouse with only the memories of fallen Sidebar teams.

Just like one of Chicago Fire’s own, Our hero’s love affirms “Life before cancer” is the superior end product after achieving the long life cancer drug companies would have used us for. Is this a death in the firehouse to get what this man deserves?

It could take something as tragic as Herrmann falling into serious danger on a fire or medical run for him to get his old job back… but the decision to promote him, if it ever happens, could be bittersweet…
– Patrick Kelly, Contributing Writer

Final Thought

**Herrmann’s departure from Chicago Firehouse 51 is a heart-wrenching moment for fans of the popular television series. However, there is still hope that he could return to his beloved firehouse in the future. Unfortunately, this would likely require a tragic event to occur. While reversing his decision would be a triumph, it would also come at a great cost. Fans will have to wait and see how the storyline unfolds and whether Herrmann will ever find his way back to Firehouse 51.**

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