Ep 11. Blizzard

During the winter season, the ER staff is forced to work overtime as a blizzard hits Chicago, causing numerous car accidents and injuries. Dr. Greene is on the road delivering a patient to a nearby trauma center when his car gets stuck in the snow. Desperate to save the patient's life, he braves the storm and treks through the snow to find help.

Meanwhile, Nurse Hathaway's paramedic boyfriend, Shep, is called to a multiple-car pileup and ends up getting injured himself. As he is brought into the ER, Hathaway struggles to keep her emotions in check while tending to his wounds.

Dr. Ross is faced with a difficult decision when a pregnant woman is brought in after a car accident. The woman's injuries are severe, and it becomes clear that they must perform an emergency C-section to save the baby. But there is a catch - the woman’s husband is in critical condition and needs surgery as well. Ross must decide which patient to save first, potentially putting one life at risk to save another.

Dr. Lewis is angered when a man comes into the ER after severely beating his wife. The woman is in critical condition, and it is clear that the man will likely face criminal charges. Lewis must treat the woman while grappling with her emotions towards the abuser.

As the chaos and snow continue to wreak havoc, the ER staff bands together to save as many patients as possible, showing a dedication to their work even in the midst of extreme weather conditions.

Overall, the episode showcases the heroic efforts of the ER staff as they face both physical and emotional challenges during a brutal blizzard. The combination of intense medical situations and personal relationships creates a captivating and poignant episode that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.