Tacoma FD season 3 episode 13 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Chief Terry, considering a job offer at Pirate World Park, faces a dilemma as his loyalty to Tacoma FD is tested. Amidst a Rube Goldberg machine challenge at the station, a fire breaks out, ironically caused by their own contraption. The team scrambles to save personal treasures and the station itself, leading to chaotic, comical moments. The aftermath brings ridicule, an investigation by new fire inspector Wolf, and Terry's reluctant decision to leave. The episode ends with the station damaged, the team's future uncertain, and Terry's departure imminent.
Full Episode S03E13 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Frank Drake and what position does he offer Terry?
Frank Drake offers Terry a position as Chief of the Fire Department at Pirate World Park.
What is the Rube Goldberg machine challenge in Tacoma FD?
It's a challenge where the fire department attempts to create a complex machine to perform a simple task, in this case, putting out a fire.
Why is Terry hesitant to leave Tacoma Fire Department?
Terry is hesitant because he has been with Tacoma Fire Department for a long time and is attached to his team.
What personal items do the team members keep at the fire station?
Team members store personal items like memorabilia, valuable photos, a baseball card collection, cash tips, and family heirlooms at the station.
How does the fire start at the fire station?
The fire starts due to a malfunction in their Rube Goldberg machine challenge.
What does the team try to save during the fire?
The team tries to save personal possessions, including cash, family heirlooms, a novel, and a chair stuffed with money.
What is the outcome of the fire at the station?
The fire causes significant damage to the station, leading to ridicule and a professional investigation.
Who investigates the fire and what are his initial findings?
Wolf, the new fire inspector, investigates and initially suggests the fire started in the captain's quarters.
What decision does Terry make about the job at Pirate World Park?
Terry accepts the job at Pirate World Park, leaving the Tacoma Fire Department.
What happens to the Tacoma FD team after the fire?
The team faces the possibility of being separated and reassigned to different stations due to the damage.
Does the Tacoma FD team manage to save their personal items?
Some manage to save their items, but others, like Granny's puppets, are lost in the fire.
How does the community react to the fire at the fire station?
The community mocks and ridicules the fire department for the irony of firefighters burning down their own station.
What is the fate of the Tacoma Fire Department station after the fire?
The station is heavily damaged, and its future is uncertain, with talks of rebuilding or reassigning the team.
Is Terry held responsible for the fire at the station?
While Terry feels guilty, the responsibility for the fire isn't directly placed on him.
What is the emotional impact of the fire on the Tacoma FD team?
The team is emotionally impacted by the loss of the station, their personal items, and the imminent separation of their team.
