Ep 12. Chimney Begins

In 9-1-1 Season 2 Episode 12, titled "Chimney Begins," the audience is introduced to the backstory of firefighter Evan "Buck" Buckley's (Oliver Stark) colleague and friend Chimney (Kenneth Choi).

The episode opens with a flashback to Chimney's childhood where he saves a stray dog from the street. From that moment on, Chimney is determined to become a veterinarian and help animals in need. However, tragedy strikes when Chimney's parents die in a car accident, leaving him orphaned and lost.

Fast forward to the present day, Chimney is working as a freelance musician in Seattle when he meets Buck. The two quickly hit it off, and Buck convinces Chimney to move to Los Angeles and join the fire department.

As Chimney adjusts to his new life as a firefighter, he struggles to come to terms with his past and the guilt he feels about his parents' death. Meanwhile, the fire department responds to a series of emergencies, including a man trapped in an elevator and a woman who falls down a flight of stairs.

Through it all, Chimney learns the true meaning of being a hero and how to let go of the past and embrace the future. The episode ends with Chimney delivering a powerful speech to his colleagues about the importance of teamwork and the sacrifices they make to save lives every day.

"Chimney Begins" is a touching and emotional episode that explores the backstory of one of the show's beloved characters. Viewers are taken on a journey of self-discovery and emotional healing as Chimney learns to overcome his past and embrace his true calling as a hero.