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It’s Official: Annabelle Herrmann Survives the Fire on Chicago Fire — But Heartbreak Still Awaits

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After days of panic among Chicago Fire fans fearing the show was about to deliver one of its most devastating deaths yet, we can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Annabelle Herrmann will not die in the house fire that engulfs her family home in Season 14, Episode 4.

Annabelle’s Fate Confirmed

The intense promo for this week’s episode, “Mercy,” had fans fearing the worst. Flames consumed the Herrmann home as Christopher Herrmann (David Eigenberg) frantically raced inside, calling out for his daughter. Viewers braced themselves for tragedy — could the show actually kill off Herrmann’s child?

Thankfully, new behind-the-scenes images from Episode 5 (“Ghosts”) confirm that Annabelle makes it out alive. While the house fire is as destructive as feared, Annabelle escapes unharmed.

According to episode details, the Herrmann family loses their home, but all members of the family — including Annabelle — are safe.CHICAGO FIRE -- "In The Blood" Episode 1403 -- Pictured: (l-r) Joe Miñoso as Joe Cruz, David Eigenberg as Christopher Herrmann, Taylor Kinney as Kelly Severide -- (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)

A Family Saved, A Home Lost

A newly released promotional image from “Ghosts” shows the firefighters of Station 51 gathering at Molly’s Pub to support the Herrmanns. The team hosts a “Pass the Boot” fundraiser, a touching callback to past community efforts seen in earlier seasons.

A flyer seen in the photo reads:

“Fire claimed their home, and now they need our help.”

That single line confirms what fans were hoping — Annabelle survived the fire without serious injury. If she’d been hospitalized, the fundraiser would’ve surely focused on medical expenses rather than rebuilding the family’s home.CHICAGO FIRE -- "In The Blood" Episode 1403 -- Pictured: David Eigenberg as Christopher Herrmann -- (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)

Herrmann Faces His Toughest Season Yet

While it’s a relief that Annabelle survives, the emotional and financial toll on Herrmann is still enormous. His family’s house is gone, and the pay cut from his recent demotion has already left them struggling.

Herrmann stepped down from his lieutenant position at the end of Season 13 so that Mouch (Christian Stolte) could take a turn as an officer, a generous but costly decision. Losing his home only deepens the strain.

Season 14 is shaping up to be one of Herrmann’s most challenging arcs yet — balancing family grief, professional pride, and financial hardship, all while staying strong for his crew.

What’s Next for Firehouse 51

Episode 5, “Ghosts,” is set to pick up in the aftermath of the fire, focusing on how the Firehouse 51 family rallies behind Herrmann. Expect moments of brotherhood, resilience, and heart — everything that defines Chicago Fire at its best.

Fans can look forward to:

  • The fundraiser at Molly’s, uniting the firehouse in support.

  • Violet (Hanako Greensmith) and Novak (Rome Flynn) dealing with new challenges in their training program.

  • Vasquez’s ongoing investigation, which hints at deeper tensions still to come.CHICAGO FIRE -- "Ghosts" Episode 1405 -- Pictured: David Eigenberg as Christopher Herrmann | Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)

When and Where to Watch

Catch new episodes of Chicago Fire Wednesdays at 9 PM ET on NBC, streaming the next day on Peacock.

So while Herrmann’s world has literally gone up in flames, there’s one silver lining — his family is safe. And in Chicago Fire, that’s a victory worth celebrating.